It’s 6:00 am Monday morning. You’ve slept a great 8 hours, taken a warm shower, ate a satisfying meal and are ready to begin your week. So far, so good. You open the front door to begin your morning commute, but something is missing. Welcome to the world of auto theft.
There are close to one million cars stolen annually across the country. If you follow the tips outlined below, your car will not become just another statistic.
Always lock your car
If you are leaving for car for a short period, lock it anyways. It’s much easier to steal an unlocked car! The same goes for closing all sunroofs and windows.
Never leave the car running, ever!
Do not even do it with someone else sitting in the car. Keep your keys on you at all times and do not leave them visible to passersby.
Do not leave your valuables visible
Cover up all iPods, cell phones, keys, GPS devices, or any other electronics. Toyota dealers Acton warn that leaving valuables visible makes your vehicle an easy target.
Added security
When parked along the street, Collision Center Bremerton always reminds drivers to put the emergency brake on and turn your wheels towards the curb to prevent anyone from towing the vehicle. Park your vehicle in a garage if you have one at your home instead of leaving it in the driveway or on the street.
By following these basic steps, you can prevent the worst from happening to you.
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