A burnt out vehicle is pictured at a crime scene in Melbourne, Australia, on Nov. 9, 2018. William West/AFP via Getty ImagesVictoria has recorded the highest car theft insurance claims in the country, with insurers paying out $243 million (US$173 million) last year for motor vehicle theft.Insurance Statistics Australia data (pdf) reveals Victoria recorded more than 12,500 claims in 2025, representing a 25 percent increase in volume and a 37 percent surge in costs compared to the previous year.In addition, Victoria’s insurance total bill was higher than all other states in Australia combined.
Victoria Tops Australia for Car Theft Claims With $243 Million in Losses
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