How can I protect myself from vehicle theft?
According to the National Insurance Crime Bureau (NICB), a vehicle is stolen every 26 seconds in the United States.
Learn to reduce your risks.
Secure your vehicle:
- Lock your garage at home.
- Park in well-lit areas.
- Roll your windows up completely and when parked.
- Always lock your vehicle.
- Consider installing a vehicle alarm or other theft protection device.
- Never leave your vehicle unattended while the engine is running.
Secure your property:
- Always hide valuables
- Never hide a second key in or on your car
Park securely
When parking on a street, turn your wheels toward the curb and set the emergency brake.
When parking in a driveway or parking lot follow these rules:
- If front-wheel drive, pull in forward and set your emergency brake.
- If rear-wheel drive, back into the space and set the emergency brake.
When buying a new vehicle consider looking for:
- A factory immobilizer (computer chip in the key)
- A locking steering wheel
- Other anti-theft devices such as an alarm
Always report any suspected theft activity
to your local police and the NICB at 1-800 tel-NICB. |
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