Thieves are planting small, magnetic Apple AirTags on cars to track and steal your vehicle. Once they get your car, they can often get your keys, wallet, registration, and other personal information.

Common hiding spots

Under or behind the license plate

Inside the gas tank door

Deep in the wheel well or behind the rims

How to protect yourself

iPhone users:

You’ll get an “AirTag Found Moving With You” alert if one is traveling with you.

Tap the alert, open Find My, and use “Play Sound” or the map to locate it.

Found it? Twist off the back, remove the battery, and call police.

Android users:

Download the free “Tracker Detect” app to scan for unknown AirTags.

If one’s detected, locate it, remove the battery, and contact police.

Pro tip

AirTag batteries can last up to a year, so

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