Car theft in Kenya persists, largely driven by demand for spare parts and vulnerabilities in vehicle security. Certain car models and types are disproportionately targeted due to their popularity in second-hand markets or outdated security systems.

• The Association of Kenya Insurers (AKI) reports that Toyota is the most frequently stolen brand, accounting for 54.9 per cent of reported thefts.
• Station wagons are the most targeted body type, representing 67.80 per cent of all thefts.
• Theft hotspots include Nairobi CBD, Thika, and Mombasa, with vehicles in unguarded estates and unregulated parking zones being common targets.
• Stolen vehicles are often dismantled for parts or smuggled into neighboring countries like Uganda, Tanzania, and South Sudan.
• Collusion involving rogue drivers, car wash attendants, mechanics, and tracker installers is a significant factor in enabling thefts.