Catalytic converter thefts are on the rise nationwide and many lawmakers are looking to prevent them, including representatives in Texas.

The proposed legislation aims to implement a more rigorous process for scrap dealers to purchase the car part. 

In Connecticut, Autumn Transportation and First Student, Inc. fell victim to catalytic converter theft. 

Offering services to help prevent catalytic converter theft can leave a lasting impact on your customer base. 

The shield is from 5052-grade aluminum, which is used on boats, and promises “excellent strength and corrosion resistance.”  

The Fairfax County Police Crime Prevention Unit and G&C Tire and Auto Service hosted an event to apply free anti-theft labels to catalytic converters.

Police in Dayton, Ohio, are offering some local car service providers access to CatGuard labels in an effort to prevent catalytic converter theft. 

Utah Jiffy Lube locations and the Unified Police Department are partnering to offer free services for local drivers. 

The governor of New York has signed legislation that restricts the possession, purchase and sale of catalytic converters by scrap processors and vehicle dismantlers in the state. 

A county sheriff's office, a community college and local auto shops are teaming up in Habersham County to prevent catalytic converter theft.