Van theft is a growing problem and one solution is the deployment of telematics and tracking tools online to trace those vehicles as quickly as possible. Here’s the word;
Across Europe, light commercial vehicles now face a 10x higher risk of theft than passenger cars, and in the rental sector that risk nearly doubles again. Vehicle theft has become increasingly organised and targeted, with professional criminal groups stealing vehicles through sophisticated fraud schemes, then quickly moving them to secondary markets where they are resold intact or dismantled for parts.
For operators who rely on the IVECO Daily to keep their businesses running, theft represents far more than a security concern — it can cause a significant operational disruption. The Daily is a vital working asset, and losing even a single stolen vehicle can compromise service continuity, generate business losses and undermine customer commitments.
In response to this evolving scenario, IVECO has introduced Stolen Vehicle Assistance, a solution embedded in the vehicle’s factory‑fit connectivity and fully integrated into the IVECO ON ecosystem, transforming basic vehicle tracking into a coordinated and structured recovery model.
“With Stolen Vehicle Assistance, we help customers react quickly when a theft occurs and recover their vehicle as fast as possible. By combining factory‑fitted connectivity, AI‑driven detection and a 24/7 Security Center, we turn alerts into coordinated recovery actions that keep vehicles available and businesses running,” stated Alberto Buttiglieri, Product Manager for Safety and Security Services at IVECO.
Smart security integrated into the vehicle
Stolen Vehicle Assistance supports fast and effective recovery in the event of theft, helping to reduce downtime and financial losses. The system builds on standard connectivity across the IVECO range and integrates automated detection technologies based on artificial intelligence and geofencing, powered by Targa Telematics, the leading European player and a global leader in the field of AIoT and the development of digital solutions and platforms for connected mobility. Virtual geographic boundaries can be defined, unusual movements can be detected, and once theft is confirmed, recovery procedures are activated without delay.
Through the IVECO ON portal and the Easy Daily App, customers retain full visibility of their vehicles during everyday operations while benefiting from an additional layer of professional support in critical situations.
Recovery rates up to 90% thanks to the Security Center available 24/7
A key element of the service is the 24/7 Security Center, managed in collaboration with Targa Telematics, which combines advanced telematics technologies with long-standing expertise in stolen vehicle recovery services. Following a validated alert, the Security Center immediately coordinates with the relevant authorities, manages vehicle tracking and supports the recovery process in compliance with applicable regulations. The service is also supported by agentic AI assistants, capable of analysing vehicle data and operational context, correlating events and suggesting the most effective actions for operators to take.
“By leveraging advanced data intelligence together with years of operational expertise in vehicle security, we help fleets respond quickly and effectively to critical events,” said Alberto Falcione, Vice President Sales at Targa Telematics. “Through close collaboration, we supported IVECO in developing a tailored solution design to protect commercial vehicles and support fleet operators with both cutting‑edge technology and dedicated managed services, ensuring business continuity and greater peace of mind.”
This end-to-end approach reduces response times, increases recovery rates — up to 90% — and helps limit the operational and insurance-related consequences of theft.
Beyond vehicle recovery, the service provides structured assistance during a high-impact event, helping operators minimise disruption and restore normal operations more quickly.
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