THESE cars are most likely to be hacked and stolen - Is your vehicle on this list?
NEW research has revealed the cars most at risk of being hacked and stolen by thieves. Here are the vehicles that make the list.
The cars most at risk of being stolen by thieves have been revealed.
Cars that make this list are those that are susceptible to being hacked into, using the ‘relay’ theft technique, which is gaining prominence in the UK.
Videos have emerged of crooks using radio transmitters to break into cars without the key and driving away.
In the UK 85,000 cars have been stolen in 2017 and 70 per cent of the owners of these vehicles still had the key on them.
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Drivers are being warned that criminals are targeting cars on their driveways and can gain access into a car within seconds using this technique.
Now the list of the UK’s most hackable cars have been revealed by German Automobile Club (ADAC).
It shows that BMWs and Audis are among those at risk of the the.
ADAC tested 24 difference from 19 manufacturers built between 2013 and 2015 and discovered it gained access into every vehicle, earlier this year.
This is the list of cars that were tested and are at risk of from being hacked according to ADAC:
Audi: A3, A4, A6
BMW: 730d
Citroen: DS4 CrossBack
Ford: Galaxy, EcoSport
Honda: HR-V
Hyundai: Santa Fe CRDi
Kia: Optima
Lexus: RX 450h
Mazda: CX-5
Mini: Clubman
Leading stolen vehicle recovery expert TRACKER has offered some advice to drivers to try and avoid becoming a victim of car hacking.
We’re seeing more and more of these relay attacks taking place across the country
“We’re seeing more and more of these relay attacks taking place across the country,” explains Andy Barrs, Head of Police Liaison at TRACKER.
“The good news is there are simple precautions people can take.
"Whilst the relay devices can receive signals through walls, doors and windows, metal is its enemy, so putting keys in a metal tin or the microwave is a cost effective way to thwart the criminals.
“Alternatively, invest in a metallised signal blocking pouch, such as a Faraday wallet, which is designed to shield electronic keys from relay attacks.
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"It’s also worth remembering that vehicle security should be multi-layered and shouldn’t just rely on the keyless security system.
“Physical barriers, such as crook locks and wheel clamps will deter thieves.
"And whilst investing in a tracking device won’t stop a car being stolen, it can significantly increase the chances of police locating it and returning it to the rightful owner.
“This, plus added vigilance, dramatically contributes to keeping thieves at bay.”
