8 Theft Prevention Tips for the Holidays
8 Theft Prevention Tips for the Holidays
November 9, 2020 in Car Knowledge Center
While spirits may be high during the holidays, so is crime. Fight the Bad Santas with these 8 tips to keep you and your car secure during the 2020 holiday shopping season! It’s the time of year when most of us are thinking about turkey, pumpkin pie, shopping deals, and celebrating the season with loved ones.
But what’s not on your mind during the holidays, could be putting you at risk…
According to the National Crime Victimization Survey, robbery and personal larceny tend to spike around the holidays. So while you’re off snagging those Black Friday deals and visiting family, criminals are gearing up for their favorite time of year as well. Cars packed with gifts, people carrying more cash, and rampant distractions make it easier for criminals to strike and steal that holiday joy.
So while you’re winterizing your car this season, don’t forget to add these 8 theft prevention and car security tips to your holiday to-do list:
#1: Park Smart
Scouring the parking lot for the perfect spot during the madness of holiday shopping may sound like cruel and unusual punishment, but it could save you from a break-in. Look for a well-lit area with plenty of people and other cars nearby.
#2: Double-Check Your Car Doors & Windows
It’s easy to get distracted when you’re on the hunt for the perfect gift or thinking about the day’s fun-filled plans. Always remember to double check the locks and roll up all windows (including the sunroof).
If you want to be extra safe, manually lock your doors instead of using the fob. Today’s thieves have devices that allow them to jam the signal that locks your car and even capture the signal from a key fob so that they can trick your car into unlocking and driving away with them in it.
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