According to the National Insurance Crime Bureau, a not-for-profit organization dedicated to fighting insurance fraud and crime, a vehicle is stolen every 32 seconds in the United States. According to the Minnesota Department of Commerce, on average 23 cars are stolen every single day in Minnesota, nearly one car every hour. The number one reason for motor vehicle theft is keys left in the car. 

Auto theft can be prevented or decreased in likelihood of happening with these five auto theft prevention tips, courtesy of Washington County: 

1. Always take your keys. 
2. Always lock your car. 
3. Remove and conceal valuables. 
4. Never leave your car running. 
5. Use a security system. 

The ten most stolen vehicles (make, model and year) in Minnesota are: 

1. Honda Accord 1996 
2. Honda Civic 1997 
3. Chevrolet Pickup (full size) 1999 
4. Ford Pickup (full size) 1997 
5. Toyota Camry 1995 
6. Acura Integra 1994 
7. Dodge Caravan 2000 
8. Ford Taurus 1999 
9. Chevrolet Pickup (small size) 1998 
10. Chevrolet Impala 2000