Vehicle tracking in North West
Vehicle tracking in North West: the South African Police Service counted 1 324 vehicle thefts and 576 carjackings in North West in 2025/26, against 1 339 and 639 in 2024/25. These are police counts of reported crime, not a price. Only the licensed provider who calls you can quote.
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What the police counted in North West
| Reported to the police | 2024/25 | 2025/26 | Change between the two periods |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicle theft | 1 339 | 1 324 | down 1% |
| Carjacking | 639 | 576 | down 10% |
What these figures mean for vehicle tracking
The figures are the number of vehicle thefts and carjackings reported to the police in the province. They describe how often the crime was reported, not how likely it is for any one vehicle, street or driver.
A tracker is a device that helps locate a vehicle after it is stolen. Whether one is needed, and whether an insurer asks for one, depends on the vehicle and the policy. The licensed provider who calls you can explain what applies to yours.
Cover for North West
A vehicle tracking request from North West can go to up to three licensed providers. We will send you an SMS when they have your request, and nobody else receives it.
Questions from North West
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