Mexican cartels are building luxury fleets by stealing U.S. rental cars
- Posted on October 11, 2026
- By Los Angeles Times
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Criminal organizations operating across Mexico are increasingly targeting vehicle rental companies in the United States to build sophisticated transportation networks. This escalating theft operation enables cartels to acquire high-value vehicles for logistics, money laundering, and operational purposes while evading law enforcement detection. The trend represents a significant challenge for both rental car companies and border security agencies attempting to combat organized crime activities and illicit cross-border operations.
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