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Simple Ways To Prevent Your Car From Being Stolen by AutosBay(m): 3:28pm On Dec 27, 2014 |
Car theft is nothing new because everything of value attracts thieves and therefore extra care must be taken to prevent the loss of one’s valuables like a car to thieves, who most times strike when and where you least expect. A car doesn’t have to be expensive to be a target. Thieves often steal vehicles just to strip them of their parts and metal components. Others steal cars to use as getaway vehicles while committing other crimes. It doesn’t matter if you drive a new luxury sedan or an old pickup truck. Car theft is a reality that you need to guard against. Multiple devices are available that help protect against your vehicle getting stolen. Car theft is a serious problem, and there is no right or wrong answer as far as what you should use to prevent it. However, always lock all your doors, keep your windows up and follow basic common sense whenever leaving your vehicle. Additional security measures do help prevent your car from being stolen, but only if you use them consistently and in the way they are intended. 1. Car Alarm Nearly everyone is familiar with the basic car alarm. One advantage of car alarms is that they make it harder for a car thief to operate anonymously. Thieves don’t want attention, and a loud, blaring siren is bound to get the attention of anyone nearby, including the car owner. As a result, the thief is more likely to bypass a car with an alarm for a vehicle without one. The disadvantage of car alarms is how common they are and how often they go off accidently. The panic button on the key fob in someone’s pocket often gets pushed accidently, either in the pocket or while the owner is pulling the keys out, and this triggers a false alarm. 2. Steering Wheel Lock A steering wheel lock bar slides over the steering wheel and locks in place, preventing a thief from being able to turn the wheel because the bar hits the car door, preventing the wheel from turning. The bar is typically made out of hardened metal to make it difficult to cut. It also slides inward to make it more compact when not in use, allowing you to store it quickly. under the seat or in the trunk. One advantage of the steering wheel lock bar is that it’s simple and easy to use. It fits onto the steering wheel in seconds and just requires a key to remove it. It is also cost-effective. 3. Kill Switch A kill switch works either as a stand-alone device or with an alarm system. When a thief tries to start the car without a key, the kill switch cuts off the fuel to the car or shuts off the electrical system, preventing the thief from taking the car anywhere. The kill switch is disengaged with a plastic key or an entry code, much like a car alarm. Source: http://www.dailytimes.com.ng/article/simple-ways-prevent-your-car-being-stolen?utm_content=bufferfd7f2&utm_medium=social&utm_source=facebook.com&utm_campaign=buffer 5 Likes 1 Share
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Re: Simple Ways To Prevent Your Car From Being Stolen by GAZZUZZ(m): 3:45pm On Dec 27, 2014 |
Nice tips. 1 Like |
Re: Simple Ways To Prevent Your Car From Being Stolen by AutosBay(m): 3:46pm On Dec 27, 2014 |
GAZZUZZ: Thanks. |
Re: Simple Ways To Prevent Your Car From Being Stolen by colossus2: 3:59pm On Dec 27, 2014 |
Nice one AutosBay. First time when I read sweet topic from you, unlike those "which car symbol is this" and the likes 3 Likes 1 Share |
Re: Simple Ways To Prevent Your Car From Being Stolen by ajuwarhodes(f): 4:00pm On Dec 27, 2014 |
U just reminded me of what I shld do fast.but I don't know how much the steering wheel lock might cost 1 Like |
Re: Simple Ways To Prevent Your Car From Being Stolen by AutosBay(m): 4:46pm On Dec 27, 2014 |
colossus2: Thanks. 3 Likes 1 Share |
Re: Simple Ways To Prevent Your Car From Being Stolen by Nobody: 10:07pm On Dec 27, 2014 |
ajuwarhodes: What type of car do you drive? Tell me so I'd advice you accordingly. 1 Like |
Re: Simple Ways To Prevent Your Car From Being Stolen by Nobody: 3:04pm On Dec 30, 2014 |
If only I saw this post earlier.... |
Re: Simple Ways To Prevent Your Car From Being Stolen by GAZZUZZ(m): 4:53pm On Dec 30, 2014 |
Do this and no thief will come near your car. Paint it bright pink! [img]http://2.bp..com/-0EnD8FzxOuo/UNyuaO4VgaI/AAAAAAAAP9M/WpHE0x5PCRc/s1600/RO+5840+COMPLETE+003.jpg[/img] |
Re: Simple Ways To Prevent Your Car From Being Stolen by pragmatistm(m): 7:33am On Dec 31, 2014 |
lomomike:I drive nissan primera 2000, how much does the steering wheel cost? |
Re: Simple Ways To Prevent Your Car From Being Stolen by davit: 8:23am On Dec 31, 2014 |
pragmatistm: Steering wheel is not that expensive. I bought mine 1,500 naira. I drive Toyota corolla 03. Cheers. 1 Like |
Re: Simple Ways To Prevent Your Car From Being Stolen by MrWondah(m): 7:11am On Nov 28, 2018 |
If no be ASSU strike, person wwey enter school the day them create this thread don almost graduat 4 Likes |
Re: Simple Ways To Prevent Your Car From Being Stolen by RevenGeMission: 7:11am On Nov 28, 2018 |
Lol |
Re: Simple Ways To Prevent Your Car From Being Stolen by oluwatosink: 7:12am On Nov 28, 2018 |
nowadays people don't steal car again |
Re: Simple Ways To Prevent Your Car From Being Stolen by ollah2: 7:12am On Nov 28, 2018 |
if a 2014 post can hit the front page in November 2018 then your dreams can come true. 10 Likes 2 Shares |
Re: Simple Ways To Prevent Your Car From Being Stolen by dangoteinlaw: 7:12am On Nov 28, 2018 |
pragmatistm:ppl will make responsible comment untill u see haw dirty they are on real. Nissan 2000?? Mtcheeew |
Re: Simple Ways To Prevent Your Car From Being Stolen by RevenGeMission: 7:13am On Nov 28, 2018 |
GAZZUZZ: Only in Yankee |
Re: Simple Ways To Prevent Your Car From Being Stolen by MarianaTrench: 7:15am On Nov 28, 2018 |
Just buy a manual transmission car... I guarantee no one will try to steal your car in Lagos |
Re: Simple Ways To Prevent Your Car From Being Stolen by ednut1(m): 7:20am On Nov 28, 2018 |
Na church dem dey target now 1 Like |
Re: Simple Ways To Prevent Your Car From Being Stolen by braine(m): 7:24am On Nov 28, 2018 |
Who resurrected this ancient 2014 post? |
Re: Simple Ways To Prevent Your Car From Being Stolen by LilSmith55(m): 7:26am On Nov 28, 2018 |
Since 2014 |
Re: Simple Ways To Prevent Your Car From Being Stolen by solarview(m): 7:36am On Nov 28, 2018 |
The oldest thread to make front page 1 Like |
Re: Simple Ways To Prevent Your Car From Being Stolen by tron23(m): 7:39am On Nov 28, 2018 |
Steering wheel lock costs about N10,000. 1 Like |
Re: Simple Ways To Prevent Your Car From Being Stolen by sammyj: 7:42am On Nov 28, 2018 |
Hmmmmm. Cool and interesting!! |
Re: Simple Ways To Prevent Your Car From Being Stolen by igahdavid(m): 7:43am On Nov 28, 2018 |
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Re: Simple Ways To Prevent Your Car From Being Stolen by XaviDayo(m): 7:45am On Nov 28, 2018 |
E get one local steering lock wey i dey use.......nobody fit cut am. I dey use red cloth tie am then I go put one lizard head on top. Go touch am now...... Thief sef dey fear lizard head. 2 Likes |
Re: Simple Ways To Prevent Your Car From Being Stolen by sexdoll: 7:47am On Nov 28, 2018 |
nothing new learnt. |
Re: Simple Ways To Prevent Your Car From Being Stolen by larrypourl(m): 7:55am On Nov 28, 2018 |
MrWondah: Some don even graduate 1 Like |
Re: Simple Ways To Prevent Your Car From Being Stolen by itiswellandwell: 8:01am On Nov 28, 2018 |
Help us with tips on how to prevent thieves from removing your car parts as well. 1 Like |
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