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What is NMVTIS you ask?










          According to the website, The National Motor Vehicle Title Information System (NMVTIS) is, among other things, a tool that
          assists local, state, and federal law enforcement in investigating, deterring, and preventing vehicle-related crimes.

              Please visit the website to learn more about NMVTIS and its Benefits to Law Enforcement.




         Luxury car thieves are making a killing on the streets.  In many cases, you’re helping them.   March 20, 2021,
         https://www.sun-sentinel.com/ reports that untucked mirrors in higher end vehicles is a quick and easy way for car
         thieves to know if the car is unlocked.

         South Carolina House passed bill to combat catalytic theft.  March 20, 2021, https://www.wsav.com/ reports that
         the South Carolina House passed a bill that makes buying or selling stolen catalytic converters a separate crime
         that could bring up to three years in prison.

         Dodge Charger ad Challenger receive a new software update to prevent car theft. March 23, 2021,
         https://www.slashgear.com/ reports that 2015 to 2021 vehicles will receive the update which enables second-level
         vehicle security encryption using the Uconnect 4C infotainment system.

         CalAmp’s Tracker and Stoneacre Join Forces to Protect Against Rising Vehicle Theft in the U.K. March 18,
         2021, https://www.prnewswire.com/ reports that new and used car owners will be offered to have this solution
         added to their vehicles.


         Here you will find publications that could be used as a tool for the trade.  If you have anything
         you would like to share here please email it to enews@iaati.org.

         •    Dealer Fraud Prevention and Awareness Worksheet

         •    Fraud Prevention and Awareness-Dealer Offsite Delivery Checklist

         •    NCTFF-National Cargo Theft Prevention Task Force

         •    VEHICLE RENTAL/LEASING INDUSTRY PARTNERSHIPS: A FORCE MULTIPLIER

         •    TSA Rental Truck Brochure

         •    NHTSA “Preventing Auto Theft” Video (Please use and share)

         •    NHTSA  “Protecting Your Vehicle from Theft” social graphics (Please use and share)

         •    Car Rental Security Contacts

         •    FBI Auto Theft Training Video

         •    A Guide to Vehicle Crimes Analysis

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