Car Thefts out of control?
About this episode
Car thefts are skyrocketing in Australia, prompting discussions about the latest trends and security measures. The hosts dive into the alarming rise in car thefts, particularly targeting popular models like Kias and Toyotas, and the methods thieves are using, including OBD devices and remote keyless entry hacks. They share personal stories, tips for protecting vehicles, and the importance of community awareness. The episode also features a light-hearted quiz on unusual car names, showcasing the hosts' camaraderie and humor amidst serious topics.
On this episode of Car Torque, Matty, Ed, Alam, Scotty, Rob and Chad discuss their latest updates as well as discuss the rise of car thefts in Australia and around the world. They discuss what they would do to help prevent this from happening.
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Hyundai i30
"Yeah, sounds good. So what else did I do? Just wash the cars yesterday after the sun went down and it was a bit cooler? Yeah, just my car, the I-30 and my wife's car. Man, that was about it."
Toyota Hilux
"...n I was working and he has got a brand new Toyota Hilux and it had, it's already been stolen. It's probab..."
Land Range Rovers
"... that are really easy to do it too, you know, new range Rovers, VVF Commodores or VFS in particular. They've the..."
Subaru WRX
"...got carjacked. He was hopping into his car into a WRX and these these two guys pulled him out of the ca..."
Toyota Camry
"...one. They're also stealing Hiluxes, lane cruises, Camrys, Prados, rough fours, 86's CHRS, which Toyotas ar..."
Toyota Chrs
"..., lane cruises, Camrys, Prados, rough fours, 86's CHRS, which Toyotas are a big, big thing. Subarus, sam..."
Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution
"...OVID. I remember during COVID remember I had that Lancer Evo 6. You did, yeah. For a time and and I also had a"
Honda Civic
"... did, yeah. For a time and and I also had a Honda Civic that I bought at the same time, like a that was a..."
Toyota MR2
"immobiliser, get an immobiliser put in it. So my MR2 has got an immobiliser in it. You. Can't bring th..."
GMC Typhoon
"... also, I think, you know, as much as I love my my Typhoon and stuff, I, I hate taking it out like I honestl..."
Toyota Corolla
"...funny, but yeah. Mm hmm. Yeah, question #7 Toyota Corolla had to join with the crazy names for cars and the..."
GMC Cyclone
"...s more in a storm, Alan, I'm thinking Alan, Super cyclone. Nope. Something that happens in a"
Jeep Gladiator
"...f you really want, you can get yourself a Gaylord Gladiator. It's my kind of car. Actually an Indian restaura..."
Suzuki Swift
"...s a nice car. Very clean car, very clean car. The Suzuki Swift is available still that's 08 manual. So death pro..."
Chevrolet Nova
"... final scene in that film, I saw it at the cinema Nova in Carlton. Well, she's the the guy drives the W1..."
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