How to Theft Proof Your Car
It is important to take precautions to protect your car. A record low number of car thefts were reported in 2009 in the U.S. owing to increased use of theft proofing strategies, reports U.S. News & World Report. Protecting your car from being stolen is important because even though your insurance will pay for a new car, your premiums will skyrocket as a result. Theft proofing a car consists of several simple steps to deter a thief from stealing your vehicle. No theft proofing tactic is 100 percent effective, but using these tactics in combination makes it very unlikely that your car will be targeted for theft. In addition, there are several different gadgets and safety devices that can be purchased.
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Lock your car doors at all times, and leave your windows rolled up, including when your car is at home. Always take your car keys with you. Thieves typically look for a quick, easy way to steal a car. This means that most of the time they steal a car whose owner forgot to lock its doors.
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Park your car in a garage when at home and in well-lit places otherwise. The more conspicuous your car is, the less likely it is to be targeted. Do not leave valuable merchandise in sight in your car, as it will increase its intrigue to thieves.
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Put a steering wheel locking device (e.g., The Club) on the steering wheel when the car is parked. These gadgets prevent the car from being steered and can be removed only with a key. A thief will think twice before trying to steal a car with such a device in place. You can also put on tire locks that will not allow the car to move.
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Install a car alarm if your car does not come stock equipped with one. Car alarm companies will install the alarm for you, and there are various types to choose from, including motion-sensitive and pressure-sensitive alarms. Install a hood lock with your car alarm so that thieves cannot disable the device.
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Install various other locking mechanisms. Gearshift locks prevent the transmission from working when in place. Ignition kill switches and fuel kill switches, when activated, make it is impossible to drive the car.
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Tips & Warnings
Contrary to popular belief, the more expensive and exotic a car is, the less likely it is to be stolen because thieves look for cars that will easily blend in and not draw attention to themselves, notes CompuQuotes.com.
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