The spike in stolen cars in 2020 ended a two-year trend of declining auto theft rates, NICB reported. (Credit: m.bonotto/Shutterstock) The spike in stolen cars in 2020 ended a two-year trend of declining auto theft rates, NICB reported. (Credit: m.bonotto/Shutterstock)

As with hurricanes, wildfires and other catastrophes in 2020, auto thefts became more frequent and severe this past year, according to a preliminary analysis from the National Insurance Crime Bureau (NICB). The increase ended a two-year downward trend for stolen vehicles.

While not every driver will experience a stolen car, they will all pay for the crime through higher insurance rates, NICB reported, as around one-fourth of a typical comprehensive auto insurance premium goes to pay for auto theft claims.

Source: The National Insurance Crime Bureau Source: The National Insurance Crime Bureau

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