Ch Insp Martin Turpin said: “Vehicle theft, particularly of high value keyless models, has been a prevalent crime across the county in recent years.
“This type of crime is often linked to organised crime groups and using specialist equipment thieves can steal a vehicle in seconds.
“We are targeting these gangs, working with our partners in neighbouring forces and using ANPR technology to track criminals using the road networks making Hertfordshire a hostile environment for them to operate in.”
He advised motorists to use approved steering wheel locks and key fob signal blocking pouches when vehicles were not being used.