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Stacks of stolen catalytic converters recovered in California theft bust
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Massive Catalytic Converter Theft in California

Learn what drivers should know and how to protect a vehicle.
Catalytic Converter Thieves: Always Assume They Are Armed, Dangerous, and Working With Backup
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Catalytic Converter Thieves: Always Assume They Are Armed, Dangerous, and Working With Backup

Catalytic converter theft is not just a property crime—it can become a life-or-death situation within seconds. If you hear cutting, grinding, or metal-sawing sounds near a parked vehicle, do not co...
Person attempting catalytic converter theft under a parked vehicle at night
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Catalytic Converter Theft in Progress? What Houston Drivers Should Do

Learn what to do and to handle the situation.
Person witnessing catalytic converter theft from a safe distance without confronting thief
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Hear a Saw? Don’t Be a Hero

Witnessing a catalytic converter theft? Don’t confront the thief. Learn what to do.
catalytic converter protection shield installed under vehicle for back-to-school season safety
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Back-to-School Season Is Here—Is Your Catalytic Converter Protected?

Start the School Year Protected You prepare backpacks, purchase supplies and schedule vehicle maintenance before school begins. Add catalytic converter protection to that checklist. Don’t wait unti...
Comparison of VIN etching, spray painting, and ADD A CAT catalytic converter shield for vehicle theft protection
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VIN Etching or Spray Painting Your Catalytic Converter vs. Installing a Catalytic Converter Shield: Which Actually Protects Your Vehicle?

How to Keep Yourself Protected from Theft
Catalytic converter theft prevention with ADD Automotive protective shield installation on vehicle exhaust system
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Why Catalytic Converter Theft Is Exploding — And How ADD AUTOMOTIVE Stops It Cold

Catalytic converter theft isn’t slowing down—it’s getting worse. Across the U.S., thieves are targeting vehicles in broad daylight, parking lots, driveways, and even dealerships. Why? Because insid...
Close-up view of a catalytic converter shield installed under a vehicle to prevent theft and damage
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Do Catalytic Converter Shields Work? A Complete Guide to Protection

  Also check out: VIN Etching or Spray Painting Your Catalytic Converter vs. Installing a Catalytic Converter Shield: Which Actually Protects Your Vehicle? How to Keep Yourself Protected from Theft...