New statistics reveal that electric vehicles (EVs), including Tesla models, are significantly less targeted by car thieves compared to traditional gas-powered cars.
Tesla models, particularly the Model S and Model 3, rank among the least stolen vehicles in recent reports, making them unattractive to car thieves.
One reason for this trend is the advanced security features in electric cars, such as Tesla’s GPS tracking, over-the-air updates, and sentry mode that deters theft.
Tesla vehicles have built-in real-time monitoring and tracking systems, making them difficult for thieves to disable and easier to recover if stolen.
Electric vehicles have fewer valuable parts in the aftermarket, especially compared to internal combustion engine cars, making them less attractive for thieves.
Tesla’s sentry mode, which records the vehicle’s surroundings when suspicious activity is detected, acts as a deterrent to potential thieves.
Insurance companies and crime reports confirm that EVs, especially Teslas, have notably lower theft rates than gasoline vehicles, supporting the claim.
Despite the rise in popularity of electric vehicles, they remain safer from theft compared to traditional cars, offering peace of mind to owners.