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Van theft warning on run-up to Christmas

Van thieves are at their busiest in the countdown to Christmas, according to Tracker, with darker evenings and morning frosts creating greater risk.

2 Dec

Nine vans stolen on average in London every day

The equivalent of nine vans were stolen every day between September 2021 and August 2022, according to new data from Direct Line business insurance.

24 Nov

Reinforced Trafic to combat break-ins launched by Renault Trucks

Renault Trucks has announced the launch of a reinforced Trafic Van to combat theft from van break-ins.

Renault Trafic 22 Nov

First Ford Pro vans with factory fit TVL Security protection hit roads

The first Ford Pro vans with TVL Security’s enhanced security additions fitted as original equipment are now starting to roll off the production line.

12 Oct

Laura Moran (pictured), TVL Security managing director

Fleets urged to help create national van theft database to crack down on organised crime

Data-sharing initiative has the backing of trade bodies, police and the Home Office.

7 Sep

Council lorry driver stole £42,000 of diesel

A council bin lorry driver has received a suspended jail sentence after admitting stealing diesel worth more than £42,000.

31 May

Businesses urged to join a new fight back against van crime

Fleets who fall victim to crime are being urged to contribute to a new national online database being launched by TVL Security.

27 May

Ford Transit most stolen and recovered van in 2021

The Ford Transit accounted for 64% of all of Tracker's LCV recoveries, followed by the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter, Peugeot Boxer and Vauxhall Combo.

20 Apr

Van theft: One in four drivers targeted by thieves

More than half (57%) of drivers of drivers admitted leaving tools in their van overnight, with almost a third not taking extra precautions to protect their kit.

28 Sep