Ranking of the most stolen vehicles in Canada:
1- Honda CR-V (2020)
2- Dodge RAM 1500 (2022)
3- Ford F-150 (2020)
4- Lexus RX (2020)
5- Toyota Highlander (2021)
Ranking of the least stolen vehicles in Canada:
1- Chevrolet Volt
2- Kia Niro 5DR
3- Cadillac XT5
4- Buick Envision
5- Mini Cooper Countryman
Given this vulnerability, basic security devices like "The Club" steering wheel locks (ranging from $40 to $125) or brake pedal locks (around $60) provide a physical barrier that, although deterring to opportunistic thieves, proves insufficient against criminal groups. That's why advanced tracking systems, particularly the TAG system, now dominate the recommendations of security experts and insurers' requirements.
The TAG system is based on a multi-layered approach: prevention, identification, and tracking. Prevention involves highly visible chemical etching on the windows, informing thieves that the vehicle is protected by anti-fog technology. Identification is carried out via tiny transponders (NANO-TAG) equipped with RFID technology. These devices are randomly hidden in the vehicle and on critical components often resold on the black market. Unlike traditional GPS tracking, the TAG system is autonomous, requires no wiring (preserving the manufacturer's warranty), and is resistant to the cellular signal jammers favored by export networks.
For an installation cost of approximately $650 (including 5 years of monitoring service), this system is often required in Quebec for the insurability of high-risk vehicles. Insurance plays a central role in this matter: the FAQ 20 endorsement (Travel Expenses) is crucial to obtaining a replacement vehicle during the 45-day waiting period often imposed by insurers and tracking systems before declaring a vehicle officially lost and proceeding with reimbursement. Delving deeply into the implications of theft on the claims process and vehicle value offers a holistic perspective to the concerned motorist.