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The Newz said:Parking lots are becoming a hot spot for thieves targeting cars and trucks. They're not after what's inside, but rather what's underneath.
The core of the converter contains platinum, a precious metal that could get a crook anywhere from $80 to $100 a pop. And all it takes, is just a few minutes to rip off.
Thieves seem to be hitting SUVs because the high clearance makes it easier for them to get underneath a vehicle. There's really nothing you can do to protect your car from converter thieves.