This estimate is made in extrapolating the results of an online poll in which 6,500 motorists took part. And the situation is worse in Dublin, where the figure rises to 15 percent of motorists.
Almost four in 10 who have been victims of car crime nationally have either had their car stolen or there was an attempt to steal it. The others either had their car broken into or there was an attempt made to do so.
AA Ireland's Conor Faughnan says it is a major problem that 'is on the rise'.
Many people reported that their car had been targeted when they were at a gathering like a family christening or wedding.
