Just the words "catalytic converter theft" can make car owners shudder. It's a highly inconvenient issue that's on the rise due to the valuable metals within these critical emissions-control devices.

One morning in June, Janet went to start her Prius and was shocked to hear a loud rattling coming from the car. “It made a horrible racket!” she recalled. Janet, who lives in Pleasanton, discovered ...

Catalytic converter theft isn’t slowing down. In fact, the I-Team has learned it’s getting much worse, leaving some car owners stuck with a car they can’t drive for months. And, lawmakers are ...

Tommy Jenkins is the Wonderful Muffler Man, a one-man shop along Rice Street in Roseville. With over 25 years in business, Jenkins has gained a loyal following with classic car owners wanting his ...