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Amid all the recent concerns of increasing crime, car thefts are up in parts of the country. Law enforcement agencies are attributing the increase to a new social media challenge that encourages teens and young adults to break into certain vehicles and steal them. You can read more on this at CNBC, “Challenge Spurs Rise in Theft…”.
How can you protect yourself from becoming a victim of car theft amid this new social media trend? Secure your car and take preventive measures to keep your car safe. Here are just a few suggestions to help keep your car safe:
- Invest in a lock for your steering wheel
- Lock doors and take your keys
- Don’t leave a spare key in your car
- Keep valuables out of sight
- If you have a USB wire or a charger in your car, hide it or take it with you (as criminals might use USB wires to jump-start vehicles)
- Close windows
- Park in well-lit areas
- Park in secure locations
- Install alarm system and anti-theft device
- Install vehicle immobilizer system and/or tracking system
- Park vehicle in locked garage whenever possible
