Catalytic Converter Thefts Surge in Q1 2022 Above 2021 Levels

The 91st State of the Fleet Industry video produced by Automotive Fleet offers an updated look at the state of the fleet market as presented by AF Editor Mike Antich.

This episode is sponsored by Circle K. Learn more about the Circle K Fleet Card.

Today’s topics include:

• During the first quarter of 2022, fleets around the country are reporting a surge in increased catalytic converters thefts from company vehicles.
• In Minneapolis, catalytic converter thefts are up 38% in the first three months of 2022 compared to the same period in 2021.
• In Dallas, catalytic converter thefts are up 20%.
• In Philadelphia, catalytic converter thefts are up an eye-opening 172%.
• What fleets can do to reduce the incidents of catalytic converter thefts.

Timestamps

1:08 During the first quarter of 2022, fleets around the country are reporting a surge in increased  catalytic converters thefts from company vehicles. 

2:40 In Minneapolis, catalytic converter thefts are up 38% in the first three months of 2022 compared to the same period in 2021. 

2:51 In Dallas, catalytic converter thefts are up 20%. 

2:58 In Philadelphia, catalytic converter thefts are up an eye-opening 172%. 

9:35 What fleets can do to reduce the incidents of catalytic converter thefts.

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