Analysis of Vehicle Theft Trends in Kenya for 2024

In 2024, station wagons comprised 67.80% of stolen vehicles in Kenya. Lorries followed at 11.46%, with saloons and pickups representing 6.81% and 3.72%, respectively. White vehicles were the most stolen at 39.80%, with Toyota accounting for 54.91% of all thefts.

In 2024, the Association of Kenya Insurers reported that station wagons topped the list of stolen vehicles in Kenya, accounting for an alarming 67.80% of thefts. Lorries followed at a significant distance with 11.46% of cases, while saloon cars and pickups constituted 6.81% and 3.72% respectively. Other vehicle categories comprised 10.22% of the total theft incidents.

Regarding color preferences, white vehicles were the most stolen, representing 39.80% of cases. Silver vehicles ranked second, accounting for 16.72%, with black vehicles making up 15.38%. Notably, Toyota cars were overwhelmingly targeted, with 54.91% of stolen vehicles being of this brand, followed by silver cars as the next most stolen category.

The data underscores the alarming trends in vehicle theft in Kenya, with station wagons being the most targeted body type. The preference for certain colors, notably white and silver, and the predominance of Toyota vehicles in thefts highlight specific patterns that can inform future prevention strategies. The statistics reveal a pressing need for enhanced vehicle security measures to combat this growing issue.

Original Source: www.the-star.co.ke