'It took less than five seconds': Volkswagen badges are being targeted by thieves for the radar tech behind…
- Volkswagen badges have been going missing in increasing numbers
- Crime spree targeted residents of southeast London
- Thieves reportedly used drones to locate vehicles
A growing number of Volkswagen owners in London are returning to their vehicles, only to find that the badge mounted to the front grille is missing.
The first reports of the criminal activity emerged earlier this month, when Volkswagen owners contacted police about missing badges, with victims claiming that an official replacement can cost between £1,500 and £3,000 from an official Volkswagen dealer (or around $2,000-$4,000 / AU$2,900 to $4,000).
According to an earlier investigation by The Guardian and Autocar, the badges have been targeted for the expensive radar sensors hidden behind them, which assist with radar-based cruise control functionality.
The Sunday Times found a number of similar parts being sold on auction websites for as little as £80, with cut wires clearly on display, according...
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