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AWAY CAR THEFT (9 AUGUST 2006) YOUR CAR is 40 times less likely to be stolen or broken into if it is in a garage rather than on the street according to Home Office statistics, yet only 41% of motorists who even have a garage, use it for their car. Research by the RAC Foundation found that most drivers use their garage as a utility or storage room, leaving little room for a vehicle. Not all modern cars even fit into older garages! As a result 65% of the 214,000 cars stolen every year in England and Wales are being taken from outside the home - with over 1000 cars a week stolen from semi-private areas such as household drives. "Over 75% of car thefts happen at night, so if drivers want to be sure their car will be there when they wake up in the morning, they should take additional security measures. The more layers of security a thief has to penetrate, the more he is likely to look elsewhere," pointed out David Brearley, managing director of security experts, Autolok. A security post in the drive is a good first layer of security and may persuade a thief to drive on by without even stopping. Lots of different types are available including ones that fold down, can be removed or even telescope into the ground when not in use. Autolok have an extensive range on their website (www.autolok.co.uk). Extra security fitted to the car is also a good idea - the more highly visible the better as the quicker it's spotted, the less damage is likely to be done to your car. Wheel clamps are one option. A good steering wheel lock is another. Look for one such as the semi-circular Autolok 2000 Plus, which has been attack-tested and approved by the experts. Again, the Autolok website is a good place the start your search as they have regular special offers. Whatever you finally decide on, remember that theft of car keys is one of the biggest growth areas so don't keep all your keys on the same keyring and keep them well out of site of windows and doors. For
more security ideas and hints and tips on keeping you car secure,
visit the Autolok web site at www.autolok.co.uk or contact the
company on 0161 624 8171. -
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