Houston catalytic converter thefts rise above totals from past 2 years, HPD says

Houston catalytic converter thefts rise above totals from past 2 years, HPD says

Houston police say catalytic converter thefts have increased this year, with the number of reported cases already surpassing annual totals recorded in each of the past two years.

Top 10 vehicles targeted by recent catalytic converters thefts

While thieves can make anywhere from $25-$300 for a standard catalytic converter, converters from hybrid vehicles can sell for up to $1,400.

10 vehicles that catalytic converter thieves most often target

There were more than 137,000 catalytic converters stolen last year, according to data from Carfax, as these devices are not only somewhat easy to nab from some vehicles, but also contain high-value precious metals. And word to the wise: some of the most frequently targeted for catalytic converter theft are the most popular vehicles on dealership lots. Carfax says the top 10 most frequently targeted includes: Ford F-150 pickup truck Hyundai Tucs…