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Auto Theft Prevention tips

5/20/2019

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​Cars can be stolen at any time of the day. Some cars are also much more likely to be stolen than others. According to USA Today, while expensive exotic cars may seem like the most efficient way to a large payout for a criminal, common cars like Honda Accord, Honda Civic, and Chevrolet and Ford pickups are by far the most stolen vehicles in America. This is especially true of older models without modern security features.

The Garden State has it’s share of stolen vehicles as noted in the stats below:

  • Metro area with most car thefts: Trenton
  • Vehicle theft rate: 203.6 per 100,000 residents
  • Total vehicles stolen in 2017: 763
  • Most stolen car in New Jersey: Honda Civic
 
Click here to see stolen cars by state.
 
Make sure you are less susceptible to car theft with these helpful prevention tips from Foremost Insurance Group:
Park Safely 
The best bet is to keep your vehicle in a locked garage. But for some people, this may not be an option. If you keep your vehicle parked outside, start by parking it in your driveway. If your vehicle is front wheel drive, park front end first, and if your vehicle is rear-wheel drive, back into your driveway. This makes it harder to thieves to tow your vehicle. If you park in the street, park in a well-lit, highly trafficked area, but make sure you're following the posted rules. Turning your wheels towards the curb, using your emergency brake, and parking in between other vehicles can also make it harder for your vehicle to be towed away.
Theft Deterrents
While locking your vehicle or leaving it in a well-lit area can certainly help prevent auto theft, you may want to increase your peace of mind by purchasing an anti-theft device. Many different types are available, and it's easy to find one that fits your budget and needs. Some of the more common anti-theft devices include:
  • Electronic security systems
  • Steering wheel and column locks
  • Ignition kill switches
  • Fuel kill switches
  • Immobilizers
  • Locks for the floorboard, gear shift, tires/wheels or hood
  • Vehicle tracking systems
If Your Vehicle is Stolen 
Unfortunately, vehicles are stolen all the time in this country. If you become the victim of auto theft contact the police first. Make sure you know as much of the following information as possible:
  • Year, make, model, and color of your vehicle
  • License plate number
  • VIN
  • Approximate time of the theft
  • Location where the vehicle was parked
  • Names of eyewitnesses (if there are any)
Next, inform your insurance company that your vehicle was stolen. Have your policy number on hand when you call.
Insure Your Investment 
In addition to being confident that you are doing what you can to protect your vehicle; it's important that you have the right insurance. Not all automobiles are the same and neither are all automobile policies. You need an insurance policy that offers the coverages that are important to you when you're behind the wheel.
 
Doing Business with Your Insurance Company 
When you have a loss, it's an inconvenience, and you want it to be taken care of quickly and efficiently by adjusters who are courteous, helpful and knowledgeable. 
 
We have relationships with dozens of top-rated insurance companies, allowing you to get the best price with the correct service. At Suburban, we can offer the right coverage with the personal touch you would expect from your neighborhood insurance agency.
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1 Comment
Buster Palmer link
5/27/2019 10:05:27 am

You can't keep your car from being stolen, when you are not prepared. Don't leave your car running- this is the first thing you have to do to prevent car theft. When you are leaving your car, make sure you have locked your car. Various anti-theft devices are now available in the market. You should use the best one. Installing a car alarm can be a great option for theft prevention. It is good to keep the car windows tinted. Leaving the valuables inside the car won't be a wise call.

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