Car Security

Often, without realising it many of us turn our cars, vans, or lorries into mobile offices and homes on the road. As with our real homes and offices, they need to be protected. Vehicle crime accounts for a staggering 24% of all recorded crime by government statistics, so it's no understatement to say it should be taken seriously. That's why Trading Direct places so much emphasis on car security. We have compiled this guide because we want to help you secure your car and the possessions within.

Car Alarms & Visual Deterrents

To secure the contents of your pride and joy, you have the option of a car alarm to deter that opportunistic smash and grab attack. Car alarms are the best protection against your car being vandalised, whether it's mindless vandalism or intentional targeting.

Or consider the alternative of physically securing your laptop, satellite navigation, or other expensive possessions, with a strong box or security case that can be secured to the chassis of the car.

You might also invest in a steering lock, which might deter a potential thief have trying to targeting your car at all.

Basic Security Precautions

Before you spend your wages on the latest security systems, it is useful to consider a few factors that might help reduce the risk of having your car stolen or broken into. Some of these may not be possible, and none of these are a substitute for a good alarm system.

Car Parking Safety Measures

Make use of the secure car parks around the country. They cost a little more for a day's parking, but your car is supervised by both real people and cameras all day. Try to park within view of your place of work, or near a window through which you can keep an eye on the car throughout the day. Make sure you park in a well lit or busy area to reduce the chance of a break-in in broad daylight. Of course in the evenings, if you have a garage, use it. Don't just fill your garage with useless old junk, keep your car in it.

If you realistically afford it, opt for fully comprehensive car insurance. Learn and remember your details too, including your registration plates. It's surprising just how many people don't know their own license details, which can make a rapid call to the police that little more difficult, and prevent the location of your car that little bit longer.

Actualising one or more (preferably all!) of these precautions really increase the security of your car.