Tips to Help You Avoid Car Theft

According to the Insurance Information Institute, in 2017, there were 773,139 vehicles that were stolen in the United States. That’s approximately 2,118 vehicles stolen each and every day. To avoid your vehicle from being stolen, you need to be prepared. Here are some preventative measures that you can take to keep your car safe.

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Tips to Help You Avoid Car Theft –

Park your car in a safe location– It is important to park your car in a safe area. This means you’ll want to choose a parking spot that is near areas where there’s lots of pedestrian traffic, close to security cameras, in well-lit areas and in non-secluded areas.

Don’t leave your keys in the car– If your keys are left in your vehicle, all a thief has to do is break a window and they can drive off with your car within a minute or two. So, after parking your vehicle, check and make sure that you have your car keys with you before you walk away.

Avoid keeping valuables in the car– Leaving valuables in your car, especially if they are in plain sight, thieves will be tempted to break into your car. You’ll want to leave valuables, like laptops and tablets, at home if possible. If you don’t want to take your purse or your cell phone with you when you leave your vehicle, lock them in the glove compartment or the trunk.

Never leave your car running– Never leave the motor running when you aren’t in the vehicle, even if you leave your vehicle for a minute or two while you run into the convenient store for a gallon of milk. A car thief can get into your vehicle and drive off before you can even take two steps inside the store.

Always keep your car locked– A car thief will certainly take advantage of stealing your vehicle if you complete the first step for them. Make it a habit to close your windows and lock your car doors whenever you get out of your car.

Install an anti-theft device– Car theft prevention devices are a necessity, especially if you leave your car unattended for an extended period of time, such as nighttime or you live in an area with a high crime rate. The most common anti-theft devices included audible alarms, electronic immobilizers, kill switches and steering wheel locks. For more information on anti-theft devices, check out Popular Mechanics – The Unstealable Car: Gadgets to Thwart Car Thieves and Digital Trends – The Best Anti-Theft Devices to Keep Your Car Safe.

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