Researchers at the Department of Energy's Pacific Northwest National Laboratory are helping to reduce the nation's dependence ...

Most vehicles need catalytic converters not only so they perform at their best, but also because it's the law. Here's how ...

Three years ago, thieves stole a staggering 8,591 catalytic converters from New York City vehicles. But since 2022, police, ...

The trafficking ring, based in Portland but spanned six states, was responsible for the theft of 44,000 catalytic converters from Washington state, California, Nevada, Texas, Oregon and New York.

Catalytic converters contain numerous rare earth metals, such as platinum, palladium, or rhodium, according to the NICB. Those rare earth metals are the key driver in theft, said David Glawe, the ...

Catalytic converters range in price, depending on the year, make, and model. Those that have more precious metals — like hybrid cars, such as the Toyota Prius — are more likely to be targeted.

Vehicle catalytic converter theft has surged nationwide. Los Angeles County's District Attorney George Gascón is threatening a fight to force changes.

Catalytic converter thieves in L.A. could soon face jail time, $1,000 in fines A June photo shows 112 catalytic converters seized by the San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department across the ...

Local Crime & Public Safety Catalytic converter thefts have surged during the pandemic. Police are fighting back. Takoma Park police in Maryland have teamed up with a local mechanic to etch tag ...