Vehicle Security Many thefts or car break-ins happen because owners make it easy for the thief. It may be difficult to protect your car from a determined, professional thief, but most car crime is committed by opportunists who may be put off by relatively cheap security precautions. Remember, it only takes a thief a few seconds to get into a vehicle. By following these simple steps you could significantly reduce the likelihood of being a victim of vehicle crime: General vehicle security: Fit an alarm and always use it All new cars are fitted with electronic immobilisers but if your car is over four years old, consider having an immobiliser professionally fitted Fit a locking petrol cap and wheel nuts Buy a steering lock and use it every time you leave the car Have your car registration number etched on every window Security mark all valuables in the car, such as radios and Sat Nav systems, using an ultraviolet pen and keep a record of all property marked Consider fitting a vehicle tracking device Lock all windows, doors and the sunroof whenever you leave the vehicle, even for just a few minutes Never leave keys in the ignition — even for just a few seconds or to heat the car up in winter Remove all valuables — never leave anything on display
Posted on: Sun, 09 Jun 2013 17:44:35 +0000