How to protect your car?

 There is an opinion that if professionals want to steal your car, they will do it. What can help in this case? As always, complex protection works: if the car thieves bypass the first security system and get into the car, then the GPS or GLONASS satellite will help at the next stage.

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"If in the evening you don't think where to leave the car, but take it to the garage, then you are a happy person," any motorist from the metropolis will tell you. But what if you don't have a garage?

There are underground parking lots, with a much lower risk of theft. If this does not work out, choose well-lit parking spaces.

Electronic anti-theft systems

Alarms are the simplest and most popular anti-theft protection. Its principle of operation is as follows: electronic sensors send a signal about extraneous influence to the security system control unit.

The keyless entry system saves in winter - there is no need to sit in a cold car and wait for it to warm up. This, of course, is great, but there is one "but": because of such systems, the car becomes more vulnerable to theft. When you remotely start the engine, the car thief only has to get into the car and turn off the signaling. So be vigilant.

What are the risks of cars with keyless entry? The smart key automatically unlocks the car when the owner is nearby. At this time, attackers can constantly intercept the signal from the smart key. To prevent such a maneuver, you must install a security system with an additional label or a mute signal function. But enterprising Pakistan drivers have their budget solution: wrap the key in foil, block the outgoing signal, and not overpay.

Mechanical anti-theft systems

They have long been an integral part of security systems for cars. Their advantages are efficiency, reliability, and ease of use.

The most popular mechanical protection parameter is the car's lockable assembly: gearbox lock, steering shaft lock, hood lock, brake pedal lock, brake system lock, door lock, diagnostic connector lock, and engine control unit protection.

GPS trackers

A GPS beacon (or tracker) will not protect against theft, but in this case, it will help you find a car. The basic functionality of the tracker is to determine the exact coordinates, time, and movement speed. This is enough to track shipments. If you need more features, the basic functions can be expanded by coordinating the tracker's work with security systems.

The simplest and most affordable Car tracker is a separate smartphone with GPS, which will be in the car. If you connect it to the car battery, you will always know where your car is.

Making a CASCO policy

Experts strongly recommend that drivers get a CASCO policy. A policy with the risk of "theft" will not save you from the actual theft but at least help you return the money. But first, you need to study and follow the insurance rules specified in the contract.

The main disadvantage of CASCO against theft is depreciation accounting: the payment for an insured event will be less than the cost of a new car. Also, additional costs are not considered, for example, for the installation of additional equipment and tuning.

Additional protection:

1. we seal the windows of the car with armored film or apply it on glass, mirrors, and engraving with the last digits of the VIN code;

2. do not forget the keys in the ignition;

3. We do not leave bags, documents, or valuables in the car. Moreover, in a conspicuous place;

4. We do not store ignition keys, anti-theft alarm key fobs, immobilizer tags, and mechanical lock keys on the same bundle.

As they say, forewarned is forearmed. Let car theft never touch you; however, it never hurts to know these simple rules. And following these safety precautions will help protect your car!