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VEHICLE THEFT PREVENTION Parking in your garage or parking structure so your vehicle is “out of sight, out of mind" is one way to prevent thieves from stealing your vehicle. If you don't have access to a garage or you spend your days at work where an enclosed parking structure is not accessible, there are a few other tips experts suggest you follow to keep your vehicle safe from theft. First, park in well-lit areas where other vehicles and foot traffic are nearby whenever possible. It seems obvious, but be sure to lock your doors and roll up your windows and keep the sunroof closed when you leave your vehicle. The more difficult it is to get inside, the better. If you leave your vehicle running and unattended to cool off (or heat up) lock the doors and keep the spare key on your person and not on the vehicle. When parked, if you engage the parking brake it will be more difficult for a thief to tow your vehicle away. Whenever possible, park in such a way to make it more difficult meaning if your vehicle has front-wheel-drive, park so the front of the car is inaccessible to a tow truck. Conversely, if your have a rear-wheel-drive vehicle, back into a spot. These few precautions can keep your vehicle safe and less appealing to thieves. Finally, installing a tracking system in your vehicle can help if it is stolen, but be sure to report the theft to police so they can use the tracking information to locate your vehicle. Do not go after it yourself for safety reasons.

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