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Washington state car thefts in 2025 at lowest point in 15 years

Vehicle thefts fell by 17% in 2024, marking the largest decline in the last four decades, according to the National Insurance Crime Bureau.
Washington, D.C. Had the highest car theft rate in 2024, followed by California, New Mexico, Colorado, and Nevada.
The most stolen vehicles included the Hyundai Elantra, Hyundai Sonata, Chevrolet Silverado, Honda Accord, and Kia Optima, as reported by the bureau.
Vehicle thefts in Washington, Nevada, and Oregon dropped significantly, according to the National Insurance Crime Bureau.

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Washington state car thefts in 2025 at lowest point in 15 years

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Car thefts decreased by 17% last year, the biggest decline in four decades

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Drivers warned over most stolen models of 2024 - two are from the same brand

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Hyundai, Kia’s anti-theft measures fuel steep dip in US vehicle thefts

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