 Auto
Theft Prevention
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Make It Easy for a Thief To Steal Your Wheels. One vehicle
is stolen every 20 seconds in the United States. Stolen cars,
vans, trucks, and motorcycles cost victims time and money - and
increase everyone's insurance premiums. They're also often used
to commit other crimes.
Don't become a victim of this serious crime.
The Basic Prevention Policy
- Never leave your keys in the car or ignition.
- Always lock your car, even if it's in front of your home.
- Copy your tag number and vehicle identification number (VIN)
on a card and keep them with your driver's license. Keep the
registration with you, not in the car.
- Keep the keys to your home and car separate.
- Keep your car in good running condition. Make sure there's
enough gas to get there and back.
- Avoid parking in isolated areas with little foot or auto
traffic. Be especially alert in unstaffed lots and enclosed
parking garages.
- If you think someone is following you, drive to the nearest
police or fire station, open service station, or other open
business to get help.
- Don't pick up hitchhikers. Don't hitchhike yourself.
- If you often drive at night, or alone, consider a CB radio
or cellular phone to make it easier to summon help in a emergency.
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