Find a list of the 10 least stolen vehicles in Quebec

There is a lot of talk about car theft these days. A good way to protect yourself is to choose a model that is away from thieves.

This car reflects the lifestyle choices of consumers. For some, it's just a vehicle that takes them from point A to point B. For others, it embodies the joy of driving or even their social status. One fact remains: some models are very popular with consumers and… thieves.

Concretely, you can protect your vehicle with a GPS system, a steering wheel lock, locate the vehicle, park in lighted areas: thieves don't care, because they have more than one trick up their sleeve.

The list of least stolen vehicles published by insurers includes a mix of hybrid and thermal cars, but most are sedans, often smaller.

Naturally, people who like big SUVs will be disappointed. I realize I'm touching a nerve, but you can choose a less obese model.

Especially since these vehicles offer two undeniable advantages: they are ultra-economical to run and less likely to be stolen.

Almost never stolen

This also applies to 100% electric vehicles: it costs me between $7 and $15 a week to do my annual 25,000 km. Sure, an electric car costs more to purchase and insure (a question of parts availability and labor), but the savings completely outweigh these disadvantages. And, no, you will never run out of energy.

Take Teslas: According to a report from the Highway Loss Data Institute, thermals are 90% less likely to be stolen than cars, and when they are, they're almost always found. for what Because you can track the car on your phone and deactivate it remotely.

And the theft rates of BMW i3 series, Nissan Leaf or Hyundai Ioniq are close to zero.

Additional argument: The selling prices of the much-stolen F150, Grand Cherokee, Gladiator and Highlander are easily comparable to electric vehicles after subsidies.

In conclusion, a vehicle is stolen every six minutes in the country, and it's almost never an electric vehicle or the model seen in the table accompanying this article.

advice

• Install a tracking system (Boomerang) or telematics (Ajusto) recommended by your insurer: you will save on insurance.
• Don't leave the ignition keys in the car, even for a few minutes (yes, some still do this). Place your smart keys in a specially designed storage pouch or case to resist vibrations, or store them away from the front door. If possible, install surveillance cameras that point toward your parking lot. Do not place any objects in the passenger compartment.
• If your vehicle is stolen, call the police immediately and… your insurance company.