Just the words "catalytic converter theft" can make car owners shudder. It's a highly inconvenient issue that's on the rise due to the valuable metals within these critical emissions-control devices.

EAGLE ROCK (KABC) -- The Los Angeles Police Department has a new tool to combat catalytic converter thefts and its state-of-the-art technology will make it harder for thieves to steal them. Though ...

The Los Angeles Police Department is responding to a wave of catalytic converter thefts with a new device it says will help track stolen parts. The aptly named Insta Etch is a device that allows ...

Stealing catalytic converters is a growing problem and an expensive repair for victims. But there are some things you can do to fight back and maybe help catch the bad guys. Houston police say the ...

Catalytic converter theft is in the news every week. Perhaps you or someone in your family may have had their car's converter stolen. It recently happened to Larry Groves, who can no longer use the ...

USAA has news for car owners: Bad guys are coming for your catalytic converter. The San Antonio-based insurance and financial services giant said in an email to customers that more than 10,000 ...

NEW HAVEN, Conn. (WTNH) — Catalytic converter thefts continue to be a major issue in Connecticut, leading one city to take action and provide residents with something designed to make thieves think ...

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LAS VEGAS, Nev. (FOX5) - Catalytic converter thieves have been a real pain for CCLV Church off Bonanza near Pecos roads. “We have unfortunately been hit eight times over the last three years,” said ...

Catalytic-converter alarm systems are electronic devices designed to alert you when a theft attempt is detected. They use sensors to monitor vibrations, heat, or even the presence of a person ...