Auto theft is big business. To help prevent your car from being stolen, VinAudit has put together some tips to reduce the odds of your vehicle being stolen.
What Attracts A Car Thief
Leaving your car unlocked or the windows down.
Leaving your keys in the car or a spare key hidden in the car.
Leaving your car unattended.
Parking in poorly lit places with low visability.
Leaving valuables and packages in your car.
Cars not protected with an anti-theft device.
How To Protect Your Car
Lock your car, keep its windows up and close the sunroof.
Don’t leave valuables in plain sight.
Park in attended lots or well-lit areas with lots of foot traffic.
Never leave your vehicle running while unattended, even if just for a while.
When parked, always use your emergency brake.
Engrave your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) on expensive parts, glass and accessories to make them unattractive to thieves and hard to dispose of.
Install hidden ignition kill switches to make your vehicle difficult to start.
If your vehicle has an alarm system, use it.
Car Safety Tips for Women Driving Alone
Women drivers are at risk when driving on their own, especially at night. Women who drive alone, no matter if it's at night or in the day, need to take a few extra precautions. If you drive alone on a regular basis, it's important that you follow these tips for keeping yourself safe.
The Three Basic Methods of Car Pinstriping
Car pinstriping is one of the best ways to make your vehicle very unique. Pinstriping has been used commercially since the 1800s, and is a definitive style for the decoration of style. Pinstriping can be as plain or as fancy as your patience and level of skill allows.
How Long Will Your Car Last?
The life of a car varies according to several factors, and increasing it is achievable, if proper care is practiced. Understanding the factors that affect its life is beneficial for people who are planning to get a car of their own. Proper knowledge of cars is like putting your money to good use. With that, below are some tips about car life expectancy.
