Car Theft Prevention in 2026: 5 Risks and Practical Defenses

Dramatic Car Illustration with Security Elements

1M+ vehicles stolen in the US in 2023 alone 60 sec average theft time — no key needed 90% vehicle recovery rate with GPS tracker The Threat You Can’t See
Most drivers assume that a new car with keyless entry is safer than an older one. The reality is the exact opposite. Over one million vehicles were stolen in the United States in a single year.The relay attack has become one of the most common theft methods across North America and Europe — and it requires no forced entry, no broken windows, and no alarm trigger.