Key or fob left inside vehicle. A report from the National Insurance Crime Bureau (NICB) shows that during the 3-year period from 2016-2018, a total of 229,339 vehicles were stolen because drivers left their keys in their vehicles — a 56% increase since 2015.  (Photo: Shutterstock)

It's not a smart move, but it happens everyday. Someone's in a hurry and either by accident or on purpose, leaves the keys in their vehicle. Risky behavior.

On every single day from January 1, 2016, through December 31, 2018, an average of 209 vehicles were stolen across the U.S. because drivers left their keys or fobs in their vehicles making them attractive targets for thieves.

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