5 Ways to Prevent Car Theft

Friday, October 15, 2021

5 Ways to Prevent Car Theft

Vehicle theft is a multibillion-dollar crime industry, with a vehicle stolen every 43.8 seconds in the United States. The recent pandemic has created the perfect storm for an increase in these thefts. In fact, there were 873,080 vehicle thefts in 2020, according to a National Insurance Crime Bureau study.

Don’t become the next victim of vehicle theft. Follow these prevention tips to protect your vehicle from theft:

Always keep your vehicle locked, even when driving. 
Install anti-theft devices within your vehicle, such as steering wheel locks or fuel cut-off switches.
Don’t leave your vehicle running and unattended.
Never leave valuables visible in your vehicle, as these items could attract potential thieves. Stow important items out of sight.
Contact the police immediately to file a report, if your vehicle is stolen. You’ll also need to notify your insurance company to kick-start the claim process. 

Thieves can steal any vehicle, but you can make your vehicle a more difficult target for criminals by adding layers of protection.

 

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INSURANCE TECHNOLOGIES CORPORATION