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 Auto Theft
Professional car thieves can open a locked car, remove what they want and get away in a matter of seconds. Fortunately, most car thieves rely on the carelessness of their victims. Security conscious drivers lose less than those who are careless. According to the FBI, most cars are stolen because they are easy to steal. Eighty percent (80%) of all cars stolen last year were unlocked at the time. Believe it or not, 40 percent (40%) actually had the keys in the ignition. | Factors to Reduce Your RiskNever leave your car unlocked, the windows rolled down, or keys in the ignition. Never leave spare keys in the car or in "hiding spots." An experienced thief knows all the hiding places. Store spare keys in your wallet. Never leave your car running unattended, no matter how quick the errand, not even in your own driveway. If you spend hard-earned money for security devices, USE THEM every time you leave your car unattended. Steering wheel locks are inexpensive and are recommended by some experts to be the most cost effective auto theft deterrent on the market today If you have a garage, use it. Keep contents and valuables (car phones, purses, packages, etc.) out of sight. Lock them in the trunk or store them under the seat. If you can't replace it, don't leave it in your vehicle. Have your registration information readily available in the event your car is stolen. Mark all your stereo equipment with your driver's license number. Use an engraving tool, and record your serial number. If your car is stolen, call the police immediately.
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