Category: Silverado 1500

May 16

The Most Stolen Truck in America Isn’t the Ford F-150

Surprise! The Ford F-150 isn’t the most stolen truck in American anymore. A close rival is now easier for thieves to take.

We have good news for some truck brands and bad news for others. For years the Ford F-150 was the most stolen truck in America, but now it can step back and relax. One of its rivals has surpassed it as the full-size option most targeted by thieves.

What is the most stolen truck in America?

As of 2023, the most stolen truck in America is the Chevrolet Silverado. It’s the fourth most stolen car overall, behind the Kia Optima, Hyundai Sonata, and Hyundai Elantra.

According to the National Insurance Crime Bureau (NICB), people reported 23,721 Chevy Silverado thefts in 2023. The Hyundai Elantra had 48,445 thefts in the top spot.

The Ford F-150 was the most stolen truck in 2020, 2021, and 2022. So, many people expected the trend to continue.

But in 2023, the Ford F-150 landed in ninth place with only 15,852 reports of theft. On an interesting note, these were the only two trucks to land in the top 10.

The 2024 Chevy Silverado off-roading in the woods
2024 Chevy Silverado | Chevrolet

Ford F-150 trucks were a prized target due to part shortages for repairs. Thieves would steal the truck and strip it for valuable parts like the headlights, bumpers, and wheels.

The 2024 Ford F-150 has new theft prevention features. Sensors will send the owner mobile alerts if anyone tries to get in your truck, tow it, or tamper with it. A GPS tracker will detect if the truck moves while the engine is off, as this could mean it’s being towed.

An accelerometer detects if the truck is lifted for towing or to take its wheels. It will also detect if your truck is bumped or disturbed while in park.

The Chevy Silverado 1500 could be targeted for valuable parts such as the catalytic converter. It sells for a high price and is easy to quickly remove.

Jan 18

2023 Pickup Value Rankings: Chevy Silverado Surpasses Toyota Tundra and Ford F-150

Surprising Shift in Pickup Truck Value Rankings

In a surprising turn within the pickup truck market, the 2023 Chevy Silverado 1500 has emerged as the leader in value per mile, overturning expectations that the Toyota Tundra or Ford F-150 might dominate this aspect. While the Tundra and F-150 are renowned for their reliability and popularity respectively, the Silverado 1500 has proven to offer superior value, especially for those skeptical of Chevrolet’s offerings.

Detailed Analysis Reveals Value Leader

A comprehensive study by iSeeCars, analyzing over 8.3 million vehicle sales and 181 million vehicle odometer readings, calculated the cost-effectiveness of vehicles based on their lifespan. The study revealed that the Chevy Silverado 1500 leads the full-size truck segment with an impressive average cost of $2,863 per 10,000 miles and an expected lifespan of nearly 200,000 miles. In comparison, the Toyota Tundra, while lasting longer with an average lifespan of over 226,000 miles, incurs slightly higher costs which diminish its overall value ranking.

Cost Efficiency Across Major Truck Brands

The Ford F-150, often the top-selling truck, actually ranks fourth in terms of value, with a higher cost per mile and a shorter lifespan than its competitors. The study places the Nissan Titan at the bottom of the list, primarily due to its high cost per mile and shorter lifespan, though it’s noted that the Titan’s discontinuation will soon change the rankings. For those evaluating which 2023 truck to purchase, the Chevy Silverado 1500’s lead in value might tilt the scales in its favor, supported by its solid reliability score from J.D. Power.