At this time of year you have to take a particularly active approach to your van security. It might sound cynical to suggest that instances of car and van crime increase when Christmas is just around the corner, but the facts speak for themselves. You absolutely have to step up your security awareness to avoid giving thieves a reason to target your van.
The most obvious way of keeping your van secure is to make sure that it is locked at all times. This includes times when you think your van is perfectly safe. When your van is parked on your drive at home, it is still vulnerable to the attentions of particularly opportunistic thieves.
At times you will have to be away from your vehicle, so secure all the locks when you are. It's particularly good practice to have the back doors locked firmly even whilst driving. It only takes a stationary moment for thieves to stage an attack. If you are operating somewhere you've never been before then use your instinct before you choose a place to park and double check the locks. If the area seems dodgy then avoid it completely.
Installing certain van accessories can greatly increase your van security too. Van safes, for example, are the ideal solution when it comes to locking away valuables usually left inside your van. You can also protect costly tools and pieces of equipment by modifying your van's locking system with more heavy duty solutions. Making modifications like these could also represent a good financial regarding your van insurance.
You cannot run a van without a comprehensive insurance policy. During the festive season, this becomes an even greater necessity due to the greater possibility that you will suffer the misfortune of having your van stolen. Defend your van properly by being more vigilant and by keeping your van insurance current.