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Tips to protect your vehicle

Dear Resident,

 

You may have seen Look North this week where it was mentioned that Ford Fiestas were the most stolen vehicle in the country in 2024, and that could cause concern to owners of a Fiesta.

Following on from Fiestas, in second place is the VW Golf, and then the BMW 3 Series.

 

One thing to point out is that these cars also represent some of the most popular types of cars on the roads in the UK, so there are higher numbers of these cars that could be targeted by thieves.

 

On Look North it was stated that the theft of Fiestas is likely due to Ford stopping making the Fiesta, and parts becoming more expensive, so vehicles are being stolen for those parts. This certainly does appear to be the case.

 

The good news is there are some easy hints and tips that you can implement that will reduce the risk of your vehicle being stolen, whether it is a Ford Fiesta or any other car.

 

  • Ensure you close all the windows and lock all the doors.
  • Make sure any alarm system is working and used.
  • Consider fitting a tracker.
  • If you have CCTV, park your car where it is covered, and if possible, use a system that will alert you to any movement.
  • Consider using additional security such as steering wheel locks, we recommend those that have a Secured by design accreditation, they can be found on the Secured by Design website.
  • Leave your keys/fobs in a safe location. 
  • If your car has keyless entry, use a faraday pouch to block the signal from the key.
  • If you can, park your car in a garage that is alarmed.
  • If you have gates, lock them with a Sold Secure closed shackle padlock.
  • Consider using bollards that can be fitted to your drive.
  • If your vehicle is parked on the street, attempt to park it where it can be seen and near street lights. 

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    Additional crime prevention advice can be found on the Secured by Design Website, here.

     

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    Regards

     

    Jamie

     

    Jamie Steel

    Crime Reduction

    Humberside Police

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