Did You Know July is Vehicle Theft Prevention Month?
Imagine walking out to where you parked your car and realizing that someone stole your car. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, over 700,000 drivers fall victim to vehicle theft each year. This means that almost every 44 seconds a vehicle is stolen in America. But you shouldn’t despair because July is Vehicle Theft Prevention Month. This means that it is the perfect time to provide some simple tips to help prevent vehicle theft.
We hope the below vehicle theft prevention tips help you and your family stay safe. If you are injured in a car accident, contact an experienced personal injury lawyer. A personal injury lawyer will help to protect your rights and ensure you receive maximum compensation. Anthem Injury Lawyers has a dedicated team of Las Vegas car accident lawyers and staff ready to help you win your case. Insurance companies are not motivated to pay you significant compensation. You need an experienced Las Vegas car accident lawyer to fight for your rights. Our car accident lawyers offer decades of experience winning cases similar to yours, for significant compensation. Now is not the time to go it alone as a Las Vegas car accident victim. Our personal injury lawyers put you in the best position to win the compensation you deserve. Contact Anthem Injury Lawyers today at (702) 857-6000 to schedule a free consultation at our local office.
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Practice Parking Lot Safety
Driving accidents are not the only danger in parking lots. Parking lots are vulnerable to vehicle theft. You can help with vehicle theft prevention by taking the following safety steps.
Choose Your Parking Spot Wisely
Choose a spot that is well lit and close to your entrance. Closer spots are convenient, and typically the most populated area of the parking lot. A closer spot is also the best lit. Look for spots with additional security such as video surveillance equipment.
Lock It Up
Make sure all doors and the trunk are locked. Roll up your windows and close your sunroof.
Remove Your Ignition Key
Do not leave your key in the vehicle and do not leave your vehicle running when you are not inside the vehicle.
Avoid Strangers
Be wary of strangers who approach you in the parking lot. Have your keys in one hand and your cell in the other. Pay attention to your surroundings and do not linger outside your vehicle or in the parking lot.
We hope these vehicle theft prevention tips keep you and your vehicle safe. If a driver injures you in a Las Vegas-area car accident, contact an experienced personal injury lawyer. Now is not the time to go it alone as a car accident victim. You need Las Vegas car accident lawyers with a proven track record of winning top compensation for their clients. The experienced team at Anthem Injury Lawyers of Las Vegas can help you protect your rights and help you get the personal injury settlement that you deserve. We understand that you may be nervous upon meeting your Las Vegas personal injury lawyer for the first time. Our lawyers are friendly and knowledgeable and will put you at ease as you describe the details of your accident case. Discover how our Las Vegas car accident lawyers provide you with the best opportunity to win your case. Contact Anthem Injury Lawyers today at (702) 857-6000 to make an appointment for a free consultation.
Protect Your Vehicle
The National Insurance Crime Bureau recommends that motorists with high-risk vehicles should consider using several “layers” of protection. These systems and devices are designed to make vehicles more difficult to steal, or easier to trace and recover. Below are examples provided by the National Insurance Crime Bureau.
Warning Devices
Warning devices are designed to prevent theft by audio or visual warnings. This layer of protection includes the following:
- Audible alarms are typically equipped with motion or impact sensors which trigger a 120-decibel siren. These alarms are designed to prevent theft by bringing attention to an unauthorized attempt to steal or enter a vehicle.
- Steering column collars prevent thieves from “hot-wiring” the vehicle. Some collars are installed permanently. Others must be continuously activated.
- A steering wheel lock is a metal bar designed to prevent the steering wheel from turning.
- A steering wheel/brake pedal lock prevents depression of the brake pedal.
- Wheel locks prevent the vehicle from being driven.
- Tire locks/tire deflators attach to the tire valve stem. These devices cause the tire to go flat if the tire rotates before they are removed.
- Theft deterrent decals visually warn thieves the vehicle is protected by an alarm or other antitheft devices.
- Security labels marking various vehicle parts enable the part to be identified if removed from the vehicle.
- Etching the vehicle identification number or other traceable number onto the vehicle’s windows is another deterrent. It makes it difficult for thieves to resell the vehicle or its parts.
- Impact resistant protective glazing applied to vehicle windows is designed to fortify the windows against penetration or splintering.
Immobilizing Devices
Immobilizing devices are designed to prevent thieves from bypassing a vehicle’s ignition system and hot-wiring the vehicle. These immobilizing devices include the following:
- Smart keys containing specially coded computer chips or radio frequencies. Without the exact key, the vehicle’s engine cannot be started.
- Fuse cut-offs that short circuit the electrical system, preventing the vehicle from starting.
- Kill switches that inhibit the flow of electricity or fuel to the engine until a hidden switch is activated.
- Starter, ignition, and fuel disablers that short circuit the electrical or fuel system. These devices prevent the vehicle from starting or cause the vehicle to stop running within a short time.
Tracking Devices
Tracking devices use electronic transmission technology. Most tracking devices are hidden in the vehicle. These devices can help to reveal the location of the stolen vehicle and possibly help law enforcement catch the thief.
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Act Quickly
Unfortunately, not all vehicle theft can be prevented. If you are the victim of vehicle theft, you should act quickly by doing the following:
- Contact the police immediately. You will need to file a stolen-vehicle report.
- Contact your insurance company. File a claim as soon as you discover your vehicle was stolen.
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