PREVENTIVE MEASURES AND TIPS FOR CONSUMERS
Consumers can make simple adjustments to safeguard their vehicles. CAA Insurance recommends the following preventive measures for consumers:
AUTO THEFT
Hide your keys rather than hang them by the garage entrance door.
Park your car inside the garage rather than in the driveway.
AUTO SECURITY and SAFETY
Glance into the back of your car before getting in to confirm it is empty.
Warm your car up by driving in it, not letting it run independently.
Lock your care whenever you park it, even in the driveway.
- Secure your parked vehicle with a steering-wheel lock, brake pedal lock, or wheel lock, such as “The Club” to secure your parked vehicle.
- Secure your car key fob by storing it in a Faraday box or pouch to prevent signal hacking.
- Consider a professionally installed after-market immobilizer.
- Lock your doors (both car and home) and park your vehicle inside if you have a garage.
- Enable or install multi-factor authentication capabilities in your vehicle.
- If you own more than one vehicle, it’s recommended to park the less valuable one nearer to the street.
- Install motion sensors and a camera on your driveway to capture any activity.
- Cover the VIN (Vehicle Identification Number) so it’s not visible on the dashboard.
- Store a GPS tracker to track your vehicle should it be stolen.
- Ensure items are out of sight, and do not leave valuables in your vehicle.
- Always avoid leaving your vehicle unattended while it is running.
- Report any suspicious activity to police and avoid confrontations with thieves.
