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It is revealed that Gen Z are the generation most at risk, with 17–24-year olds’ cars being stolen 36 times more than over 55s’ cars (18 per cent versus 0.5 per cent).
Gen Z drivers are more likely to have their car stolen than boomers thanks to a glaring mistake. It is revealed that Gen Z are the generation most at risk, with 17–24-year olds’ cars being stolen 36 times more than over 55s’ cars (18 per cent versus 0.5 per cent).
Gen Z drivers are typically less cautious than older generations when it comes to protecting their cars from theft, taking the fewest security measures of any generation, often due to cost and lack of education around car theft.
Only 42 percent of Gen Z drivers always lock their cars and never leave valuables in the car, and only just over a quarter (27 percent) have a car alarm or an immobiliser installed. Almost one in 10 (nine percent) admit to taking no specific security measures whatsoever.
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By contrast, over 55s, who have fewer car thefts than any other generation, are far more precautious: 74 percent always lock their doors and take valuables with them, 44 percent have a car alarm or immobiliser installed, and 50 percent rely on their car’s in-built security features.
The study also revealed that “keyless” cars are prime targets for theft, with 62 percent of the cars stolen or broken into in the last five years being keyless.
Paul Paddock, Product and Pricing Director at Post Office, commented in response to the findings from the Post Office last week: “Our research shows that car theft is a source of worry for many drivers across the UK, and that young drivers are particularly at risk.
“Our comprehensive car insurance policies, including our under 50s cover, comes with a courtesy car to keep you on the road while an approved repairer fixes your car. Replacement car cover is an add-on we offer customers if their vehicle is stolen or can’t be driven.”
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