California Sees Second Straight Year of Vehicle Theft Declines

SACRAMENTO — July is National Vehicle Theft Prevention Month, and the California Highway Patrol (CHP) is reminding Californians to protect their vehicles while highlighting encouraging statewide trends. California recorded its second consecutive year of declining vehicle thefts in 2025, as the CHP continued working with local law enforcement agencies to combat organized vehicle theft through targeted enforcement and public awareness.

Vehicle Thefts Continue to Decline

According to the CHP’s 2025 Vehicle Theft Fact Sheet, thieves stole more than 133,000 vehicles statewide in 2025—about 25% fewer than the 176,230 stolen in 2024.

Read the entire press release. California Highway Patrol, July 28, 2026