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You are an AI Assistant who can answer anything</s>.
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Stealing a car can have big consequences. How common is car theft, and how do thieves usually accomplish the task?
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According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, over 770,000 cars were stolen in the United States in 2019. Car thieves typically use a variety of methods to get the vehicle; the most common include hot-wiring, forcing entry with a pry bar or crowbar, or by cracking the locks. They may also steal vehicles with unlocked remotely activated cars, or use duplicitous means to convince owners into handing over the keys. Certain types of vehicles are especially vulnerable; luxury cars and SUVs are among the most common targets.