Vehicle Security
Even though vehicle theft is common let us show you how you can prevent it happening to you.
Cars
- Lock the doors, close the windows and sunroof when you leave the car unattended.
- Never leave anything on display and remove the stereo, if you can.
- Remove satellite navigation devices where possible, including the holder and suction pad.
- Remember to wipe away any suction pad marks left on the windscreen or dashboard.
- Tuck in wing mirrors and put down the aerial to discourage vandals.
- Never store your vehicle’s documents in the car.
- Use a Thatcham-compliant immobiliser or steering lock to secure older vehicles.
- Keep your car keys out of sight, even in your house, so that if your house is broken into they cannot steal your car too.
Motorbikes
- Always lock your bike and set the alarm, if it has one.
- If you are leaving your bike for some time, lock it to something secure.
- Fit special attachments to lock your bike when you are at home.
- Have the vehicle marked with its vehicle identification number.
Bicycles
- Always lock your bike and avoid parking it in isolated or dimly lit places.
- Invest in a good bike lock.
- Hardened steel D-shaped locks are recommended as standard. Check out www.soldsecure.com
for certified locks, or ask your local bike shop for a recommendation.
- Hardened steel D-shaped locks are recommended as standard. Check out www.soldsecure.com
- Lock your bike to an immovable object such as lampposts or railings.
- Secure removable parts such as wheels, or take smaller parts with you, for example lights and quick release saddles.
- Get your bike security marked, labelled or engraved.
- Keep a record of your bike including:
- Make
- Type and colour frame number
- Frame (type and size)
- Tyres (type and size)
- Fitted accessories
Remember you can also register your bicycle free on www.immobilise.com
Further Information
Contact your local Crime Prevention Officer on 0845 600 8000 or look at the following websites for more advice:
