Nova Scotia Buzz
Is your vehicle a target for theft? The Insurance Bureau of Canada has released the top 10 stolen vehicles in Nova Scotia and it’s mainly trucks and one specific Honda Civic.
Every year, automobile thefts cost Canadians almost $1 billion. This includes $542 million for insurers to fix or replace stolen vehicles, $250 million in police, health care and court system costs and millions more for correctional services.
The Insurance Bureau of Canada says stolen vehicles can be loaded on ships and sold abroad. They’re also sold to unsuspecting customers after their VIN number has been changed. Thefts also happen for joyriding and to commit other crimes.
Top 10 Stolen Vehicles In NS
- 12017 CHEVROLET/GMC SILVERADO/SIERRA1500 4WD
- 2018 FORD F150 4WD
- 2014 DODGE RAM 1500 4WD
- 2016 FORD F150 4WD
- 2011 DODGE RAM 1500 4WD
- 2018 CHEVROLET/GMC SILVERADO/SIERRA 1500 4WD
- 2011 FORD F150 4WD
- 2015 HONDA CIVIC 4DR
- 2014 CHEVROLET CRUZE 4DR
- 2016 CHEVROLET/GMC SILVERADO/SIERRA 1500 4WD
Professional car thieves can steal a vehicle in 30 seconds. Always lock your doors, and leave your windows up. Parking in well lit areas and not leaving valuables in plain view are other good ideas.
