Listed! Canada's 10 Most Stolen Vehicles

Canada's best-selling truck, the Ford F-Series, tops the most stolen list.

Drive an older model Ford F-Series pickup? You better keep a close eye on it. According to the Insurance Bureau of Canada's (IBC) annual list of the most stolen vehicles in Canada, eight of the 10 are Ford's popular pickup:

1. 2007 Ford F350 SD 4WD
2. 2006 Ford F350 SD 4WD
3. 2005 Ford F350 SD 4WD
4. 2004 Ford F350 SD 4WD
5. 2006 Ford F250 SD 4WD
6. 2003 Ford F350 SD 4WD
7. 2018 Lexus RX350/RX350L/RX450h/RX450hL AWD
8. 2005 Ford F250 SD 4WD
9. 2002 Ford F350 SD 4WD
10. 1998 Honda Civic Si 2DR Coupe

"This year's list includes nine vehicles that don't have ignition immobilizers, which are devices that can prevent thieves from hot-wiring a vehicle," explains the IBC in its release. "The lack of an ignition immobilizer is the number one reason this series of Ford trucks continues to take up the majority of spots on the list."

Auto Theft Affects Auto Insurance Rates

If you drive a vehicle that's more likely to be stolen, and you have coverage that includes losses resulting from auto theft, chances are your auto insurance premium will take this into account. Insurers will review theft rates in your region and how likely thieves are to target your vehicle to determine your coverage's premium. Even so, each insurer's assessment will differ because they also take into account their own claims experience. As a result, your premiums with one provider may be considerably different than with another, which is why it's important to shop around for the best car insurance price.

Alberta Thieves Like Pickups, Ontario and Quebec Thieves Go for SUVs

The vehicles thieves fancy, however, vary by province. In Alberta, thieves target pickup trucks, while in Ontario and Quebec, SUVs are the preferred choice.

Alberta's Most Stolen Vehicles

Eight of the 10 most stolen vehicles in Alberta are pickup trucks:

Ontario's Most Stolen Vehicles

Nine of the 10 vehicles most stolen in Ontario are SUVs:

Quebec's Most Stolen Vehicles

Lexus and Toyota drivers beware as these are the only two car brands listed:

Tips to Protect Your Vehicle from Being Stolen

The IBC says auto theft costs Canadians close to $1 billion every year, including $542 million for insurers to fix or replace stolen vehicles. To lessen the chance that it will happen to you, the IBC offers the following tips to protect your vehicle from the prying hands of would-be thieves:

• Don't leave your keyless entry fob in a vehicle or unprotected at the front entrance of your home. Consider storing fobs in a protective box or bag that blocks the signal.
• Install an immobilizing device which prevents thieves from bypassing the ignition and hot-wiring a vehicle.
• Install a tracking device that emits a signal to police or a monitoring station if a vehicle is stolen.

You're also encouraged to make it tough on thieves who may be looking to take possession of your vehicle:

• Never leave your vehicle running when unattended.
• Lock the doors and close all windows when parked.
• Make sure to park in well-lit areas or in the garage.
• Use a visible or audible device that shows thieves a vehicle is protected.
• Consider using a deterrent like a steering wheel or brake pedal lock.
• Don't leave personal information, like insurance and ownership documents, in the glove box when parked.

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