The Crime and Policing Act 2026 introduces new offences targeting the possession and supply of electronic devices used in vehicle theft, giving police stronger powers to disrupt organised criminal activity. The measures come as vehicle crime evolves, with sophisticated gangs increasingly using advanced technology, despite a long-term decline in overall thefts driven in part by industry collaboration led by Thatcham Research. Crime and Policing Act 2026 strengthens UK vehicle security, more industry collaboration needed to combat criminal gangs, says Thatcham Research –