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Guides and data on stolen vehicles in Europe — statistics, buyer checks, and prevention.

PreventionKeyless

How Relay Attacks Steal Keyless Cars — and How to Stop Them

Most modern car theft doesn't involve a broken window. Here's how a two-person relay attack works, and the cheap measures that defeat it.

18. April 2026 · 5 min read

Buyer guideVIN check

How to Check if a Used Car Is Stolen (Free VIN Check Guide)

Buying a used car in Europe? A five-minute check can save you from losing both the car and your money. Here's exactly what to verify before you pay.

4. März 2026 · 5 min read

StatisticsNetherlands

Car Theft in the Netherlands 2025: The Numbers Behind the Rise

Vehicle theft in the Netherlands climbed to its highest level in six years. Here's what the 2025 figures reveal — the most-targeted models, where the cars go, and how many come back.

10. Februar 2026 · 6 min read