After getting things under control more than a decade ago, stolen vehicles are once again a major issue in Winnipeg. Similar to last year, the city is on track for 3,438 cars to be taken in 2023. That’s an 11.1% increase over the five-year average. According to automotive journalist Lorraine Sommerfeld, many of the autos stolen here are ending up in African countries. And for the most part, they’re being ripped off by thieves who interrupt the radio signals to and from the smart fob that came with your very expensive vehicle. News you can use time … you can buy a protective pouch to store your key fob for less than $10 or simply reuse an old metal box, maybe a leftover Christmas cookie tin. I think I’ll just go find The Club that I put in a tote in my garage several years ago. Sometimes old school trumps technology.
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2. Dodge RAM 1500 Series
3. Ford F150 Series
4. Lexus RX Series
5. Toyota Highlander
6. Honda Civic
7. Jeep Grand Cherokee
8. Land Rover Range Rover
9. Chevrolet/GMC Silverado/Sierra 1500 series
10. Jeep Wrangler
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HAL’S HEADLINES: Stolen car problem resurfaces in Winnipeg
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24.11.2023
After getting things under control more than a decade ago, stolen vehicles are once again a major issue in Winnipeg. Similar to last year, the city is on track for 3,438 cars to be taken in 2023. That’s an 11.1% increase over the five-year average. According to automotive journalist Lorraine Sommerfeld, many of the autos stolen here are ending up in African countries. And for the most part, they’re being ripped off by thieves who interrupt the radio signals to and from the smart fob that came with your very expensive vehicle. News you can use time … you can buy a protective pouch to store your key fob for less than $10 or simply reuse an old metal box, maybe a leftover Christmas cookie tin. I think I’ll just go find The Club that I put in a tote in my garage several years ago. Sometimes old school trumps technology.
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1. Honda CR-V
2. Dodge RAM 1500 Series
3. Ford F150 Series
4. Lexus RX Series
5. Toyota Highlander
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