Rare Metal Demand Fuels Catalytic Converter Thefts in Malaysia
The demand for rare metals is driving a surge in catalytic converter thefts from vehicles across Malaysia. Thieves are targeting these car parts due to the high value of the precious metals they contain.
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Pricier than gold: why thieves in Malaysia want your car’s catalytic converter
Catalytic converter theft is rising across Malaysia amid strong demand for rare metals used in automotive emission systems. Most of these thefts were reported to have occurred in residential areas, public car parks and transit hubs. Vehicles left unattended, especially overnight, are among the most vulnerable. A senior manager at a car service centre said thieves were targeting catalytic converters, which are components beneath the car along the exhaust system, because they contain rare,...
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Demand for rare metals fuels vehicle thefts in Malaysia The Straits Times
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Rare metal demand fuels vehicle thefts The Star
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