If you drive this car, it's more likely to get stolen in Florida

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ORLANDO, Fla. - A new report revealed which car makes and models are at a higher risk of being broken into in Florida.

The National Insurance Crime Bureau said car theft rates have been on the rise since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic.

"Approximately one motor vehicle is stolen every 32 seconds, which adds up to more than one million vehicles stolen last year," said David J. Glawe, President and CEO of the National Insurance Crime Bureau. "Vehicle theft disrupts lives, causes financial hardship, and undermines community safety. Addressing this problem is not just the responsibility of law enforcement agencies; it requires a partnership between vehicle owners, community members, as well as federal, state, and local governments."

In the U.S., the most stolen vehicle of 2022 was a 2004 Chevy pickup truck. In Florida, it's 2006 Ford pickups. Here's a look at the top 10: