Just the words "catalytic converter theft" can make car owners shudder. It's a highly inconvenient issue that's on the rise due to the valuable metals within these critical emissions-control devices.

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) -- Catalytic converter thefts are on the rise, as thieves can cut a catalytic converter from beneath a vehicle in minutes and sell what's inside for thousands of dollars. But there ...

MIDLAND, Texas — The Midland Police Department is sharing some tips with the public to help prevent catalytic converter thefts. Catalytic converters are a part of the exhaust system of vehicles. It ...

Stealing catalytic converters is a growing problem and an expensive repair for victims. But there are some things you can do to fight back and maybe help catch the bad guys. Houston police say the ...

JEFFERSON CITY — The Missouri House of Representatives Emerging Issues Committee heard three bills about catalytic converter protection and increased repercussions if stolen. A catalytic converter is ...

THIEVES WHO MAY WANT TO TARGET YOUR CAR. NEWS CENTER 5’S BRIANNA BORGHI HAS THE DETAILS FROM MIDDLETON. >> UNDERNEATH EVERY CAR IS A VERY VALUABLE DEVICE A CATALYTIC CONVERTER. THE PRECIOUS METALS IN ...

When Ken Shay, a longtime Lincoln Park resident, went out to start his 2013 Lexus RX 350 SUV parked near his North Lakeview Avenue apartment on a recent weekday morning, he was in for a rude awakening ...

Enter the world of catalytic converter protection and alarm systems, a booming industry that has arisen in response to the high-stakes scavenger hunts. Combining the latest detection technology with ...

When Ken Shay, a longtime Chicago resident, went out to start his 2013 Lexus RX 350 SUV parked near his Lincoln Park apartment on a recent weekday morning, he was in for a rude awakening. His trusty ...