The nation's motor vehicle thieves continue to favor imports over domestic brands as their targets of opportunity.

Hot Wheels, the National Insurance Crime Bureau's companion repiort to its annual Hot Spots auto theft investigation, reviews data reported to the National Crime Information Center and determines the vehicle make, model, and model year most reported stolen in 2004.

1. 1995 Honda Civic

2. 1989 Toyota Camry

3. 1991 Honda Accord

4. 1994 Dodge Caravan

5. 1994 Chevrolet Full Size C/K 1500 Pickup

6. 1997 Ford F150 Series

7. 2003 Dodge Ram Pickup

8. 1990 Acura Integra

9. 1988 Toyota Pickup

10. 1991 Nissan Sentra

Robert M. Bryant, President and Chief Executive Officer of the NICB says, "The slight decrease in auto theft is a positive sign. Now all of us in the fight against vehicle theft and insurance fraud must ensure that we continue the momentum and bring this national crime problem under control."

The most inexpensive form of protection standard on all vehicles: locks. Lock your car and take your keys.

Having and using a visible or audible warning device is another item that can ensure that your car remains where you left it.

"Kill" switches, fuel cut-offs, and smart keys are among the devices which are high and low tech, but extremely effective. Generally speaking, if your car won't start, it won't get stolen.

On the higher end of high tech are the newer devices, which can alert you and law enforcement the moment an unauthorized user moves your vehicle.