Prevent theft from a vehicle

Having your car broken into and losing your things to thieves can be very distressing. Here are a few simple steps you can take to keep your vehicle, and what’s in it, safe.

1. Always lock it

2. Close windows and the sun roof to prevent ‘fishing’

3. Secure your number plates with tamper-resistant screws

4. Fit locking, anti-tamper wheel nuts to secure alloy wheels

5. Secure anything that’s on the outside of your vehicle

6. Take it with you or hide it

7. Hide electrical items and leave no clues

8. Tool theft from vans

9. Park in well-lit and busier areas

10. Take your documents with you

11. Choose your car park wisely

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