Vehicle Theft Drops 20% Overall, But Q3 Sees Rise; Tel Aviv, Petah Tikva Lead
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- Overall vehicle thefts decreased by 20% in 2026 compared to last year.
- Third quarter of 2026 saw a 4% increase in vehicle thefts.
- Tel Aviv and Petah Tikva each accounted for 17% of third quarter theft attempts.
- SUVs and crossovers remain the primary targets for car thieves.
- Electric vehicle thefts have increased as a proportion of total thefts.
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