UK Vehicle Theft Soars: Top 10 Most Stolen Models Named
New data reveals a vehicle was stolen every five minutes in England and Wales in 2025. Discover the most targeted models and expert tips to protect your car.
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Why December is the Best Time to Buy a Car
Auto experts reveal three key reasons why December offers the best car deals in the UK, from year-end quotas to clearance sales. Discover how to maximise your savings now.
Best Age to Buy a Used Car for Value is 3-4 Years
A UK car expert explains why vehicles aged 3-4 years offer the best value, avoiding steep depreciation while ensuring reliability. Discover the smart investment sweet spot.
Valet arrested after 128mph joyride in patient's Mercedes
A 19-year-old valet in Cleveland took a patient's £115,000 Mercedes for a high-speed joyride during his break, reaching 128mph. Read the shocking details of this luxury car theft.
Christmas shoplifting surges as retail staff face abuse
Shoplifting offences hit record high with 530,643 reported cases in England and Wales. Retail workers reveal shocking stories of theft and violence during festive season.
Gang jailed for £2m keyless car theft spree across south
A criminal gang stole 107 luxury cars worth over £2 million using Amazon-bought gadgets to amplify key fob signals. Police urge keyless car owners to use Faraday pouches for protection.
Keyless car theft surge hits UK drivers
Exclusive report on the rise of keyless car theft in the UK. Criminals use relay devices to clone fobs. Discover how to protect your vehicle now.
Police uncover massive stolen car parts operation at Felixstowe
Exclusive look at police crackdown on Britain's £1.77bn stolen car trade. Discover how gangs dismantle vehicles for global export and what authorities are doing to stop them.
Correction: Knife Crime Statistics Amended
The Guardian issues a correction on knife crime statistics for London, Dorset, North Yorkshire, and Suffolk. Discover the accurate ONS data and other recent amendments.
Best car vacuum cleaners expert-tested for 2025
Discover the top-rated car vacuum cleaners and spot washers for tackling crumbs, stains and pet hair. Expert testing reveals the best models for UK drivers.
Thieves steal £3,000 from 90-year-old's car boot
Police are hunting three men after a 90-year-old man had £3,000 stolen from his car boot in Dudley. The victim had just withdrawn the cash. Call 101 with info.
Parcel theft crisis hits 1 in 4 UK households
New data shows 25% of Britons experienced parcel theft in 2024. Share your delivery nightmare stories as we investigate this growing epidemic.
ONS cuts reports by 10% to improve data quality
The UK's Office for National Statistics will reduce its publications by 10% in 2026 to prioritise core data reliability amid Treasury concerns. Discover how this affects economic policymaking.
Shaving cream car theft prevention hack revealed
Drivers across the UK are using an unexpected household item to protect their vehicles from thieves. This simple shaving cream trick could save you from becoming the next car crime statistic.
Tuk-tuk driver avoids jail after £31k wine theft spree
A Westminster tuk-tuk driver who orchestrated an audacious £31,000 theft spree targeting champagne and fine wine from London's most exclusive restaurants has walked free from court in a surprising verdict.
America's Top 10 Most Stolen Cars Revealed
Exclusive investigation uncovers the vehicles thieves target most across the US, with surprising findings about which models are at highest risk and essential prevention tips.
UK Phone Snatching Crisis: New Cartoon Exposes Urban Crime
A startling new cartoon commentary reveals how mobile phone theft has evolved into a sophisticated criminal enterprise plaguing UK streets, with thieves employing increasingly brazen tactics.
Britain's most stolen car models revealed
Exclusive data reveals Britain's most stolen car models as thieves target specific makes. Discover which vehicles are at highest risk and the security measures that could save your car.
Warning: Hidden charges in cheap car hire deals exposed
British tourists are being hit with unexpected charges as cheap car rental deals turn into financial nightmares. Discover the hidden costs and how to protect yourself from rental scams.
Where stolen cars really go: The secret journey revealed
An exclusive investigation reveals the sophisticated criminal networks behind Britain's stolen vehicle epidemic and where your car really disappears to.
Opera-singing thief stuns Melbourne supermarket shoppers
In an extraordinary scene at a Coles supermarket in Prahran, a theatrical thief performed opera while allegedly stealing high-value electronics, leaving security guards and shoppers utterly bewildered.
Stealth Car Surcharges Exposed: Hidden Fees Inflate Prices
UK car buyers face shocking hidden fees as dealerships add mysterious 'surcharges' beyond advertised prices. Investigation reveals how these extra costs are inflating car prices by thousands.
Smartphone theft epidemic sweeps UK streets
Exclusive investigation reveals how mobile phone theft has become Britain's fastest-growing street crime, with police struggling to contain the violent epidemic targeting commuters and pedestrians.
Tory minister attacks official immigration statistics
Conservative Immigration Minister Chris Philp sparks outrage after questioning the accuracy of official migration figures, accusing the Office for National Statistics of using 'immigration survey' methods.
AFL star's prized Commodore stolen in Melbourne theft
Melbourne Demons defender Jake Lever becomes latest victim of city's crime epidemic as thieves steal his cherished HSV Commodore in overnight raid
David Lammy's car stolen with aide inside in Epping Forest
Labour MP David Lammy's official vehicle was stolen while his aide was inside during a terrifying ordeal in Epping Forest, Essex. Police launch manhunt for suspects.
Manhole cover thief caught on camera in Orpington
Shocking CCTV footage captures a brazen thief stealing heavy metal manhole covers from residential streets in Orpington, sparking safety concerns and police investigation.
Fury as thief steals 21 manhole covers in dangerous spree
Residents and authorities are outraged as a reckless thief removes crucial manhole covers from residential streets, creating deadly hazards for pedestrians and motorists in a shocking crime spree.
UK tradespeople hit by tool theft epidemic
Britain's tradespeople are facing a devastating crime wave as organised thieves target work vans, stealing essential tools worth thousands and crippling small businesses across the nation.
Wales has higher violence rate than England, stats show
New official statistics show residents of Wales face significantly greater risks of violence and robbery compared to their English counterparts, raising concerns about public safety.
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