Q&A: What is keyless car theft and how can I prevent it?

Learn how thieves can break into your car if it's locked with a fob, card, or smartphone — and how to prevent it happening
Q&A: What is keyless car theft and how can I prevent it?

According to newly-released statistics, 4,000 vehicles were reported stolen in Ireland in 2022.

Car theft is on the rise in Ireland and gardaí say that this has partly been driven by the increase in imports of second-hand cars.

Cars manufactured outside of the European market will not necessarily have the same security features.

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