subject: How to Avoid Car Theft in Sunnyvale, California [print this page] Although car theft rate has been on the decline in the US, recovery rates have been as well. This means that most stolen cars are not recovered by their owners. California has the highest rate of auto theft in the US. In the year 2008, the car theft rate in Sunnyvale was approximately 350 cars which is a big number for such a small city. There are several steps you can take in order to ensure your vehicle safety and avoid auto theft. Many Sunnyvale locksmith service providers offer a variety of auto safety devices such as: anti auto theft system, car key technology and monitoring devices. Here are some tips to help you avoid getting your car stolen.
Lock your car: this is the easiest thing you can and should remember to do at all times. Yet, 50% of stolen cars are unlocked. Always make sure your car door is locked. Some Sunnyvale locksmith companies offer high security locks for your vehicles.
Park in safe areas: avoid parking your car in shady areas such as poor and high crime neighborhoods, especially if you own a flashy car. Don't tease the lion!
Always hide valuables: hide everything and anything that could appear valuable to a thief. Burglars that go on a car stealing spree', run from one vehicle to the next until they notice something shiny or appealing. That could be a GPS system, a flashy radio, a bag, shopping bags, backpacks, books, wires (that could point to a GPS system or an ipod), especially laptops! So always lock your valuables in the trunk or simply hide them from view.
Never leave car key in the vehicle: many people not only intentionally leave their vehicles unlocked, but also leave their keys in the car. That is the most irresponsible thing you could do having your car out there waiting for it to get stolen.
Close windows: always make sure your windows are up.
Anti car theft alarm: getting a car alarm could be very effective and perhaps even help reduce your auto insurance.
7. Car tracking/monitoring system: getting a tracking device could help you track down a stolen vehicle and may well be worth the investment. It could also help decrease your car insurance.
Remove car key number through Sunnyvale locksmith: ask your local Sunnyvale locksmith to remove the key number off the key since professional car thieves can easily duplicate it. Don't forget to jot down the number elsewhere for your own records.
Fake alarm (infra red): If you don't want to get an anti car theft alarm system, you can get a fake LED light to make it look like your car has an alarm system installed and deter a potential thief.
Don't leave registration documents in the car: this would make it easy for the thief to sell your stolen car.
