| In
the United States, vehicles are stolen at a rate of
nearly two per minute. |
Take
a Proactive Approach
Besides these strategies, there are various car theft prevention
measures that can be incorporated by you. Many anti-theft
devices are available, ranging from modern high tech alarm
systems to simple devices that can deter a thief.Most security
systems available today fall into four categories
 Vehicle
Security
Starter
Kill -
prevents
the engine from starting if the vehicle is entered illegally.
Passive Arming - sets the alarm automatically.
Fully Adjustable Shock Sensor - activates
the alarm if the vehicle is subject to tampering.
Flashing LED Light - indicates when
the alarm is set, discouraging intruders.
Flashing Parking Lights - serve to
attract attention visually in an emergency.
Ear-Piercing Siren - will attract
maximum attention.
| Once
every 19 seconds, from parking lots, carports, driveways
and cul-de-sacs across the American continent, a vehicle
is stolen. |
 Personal
Safety
Anti-Carjacking
-
allows you to activate the alarm while driving.
Scan Deterrent - renders
potential thieves useless in activating the code that disarms
your alarm.
Interior Illumination - cues lights as you approach
the vehicle.
Manual Override - enables you to deactivate the
alarm in emergencies.
Second Remote Control - provides backup security.
 Convenience
Remote
Locks -
allow you to open and lock your vehicle without use of a
key.
Remote Trunk or Hatch - unlocks these mechanisms
before you reach your parked vehicle.
Automatic Locking - automatically locks
all doors as the engine is started.
Valet Switch - overrides the alarm without
affecting other features.
| 30
percent of the stolen cars are never recovered, and
many of those recovered are virtually destroyed. |
Comfort
Remote
Car Starter -
starts the engine from a distance with just a touch of the
finger.
Remote Car Starter Heating or Cooling -
eliminates the need for scraping windows in the winter,
and sitting in a sauna-like interior in the summer. With
the touch of a remote, you can stay inside while the car
heats or cools itself.
Brake-Activated Shutoff - prevents
the vehicle from being driven without a key.
Timed Shutoff - shuts off the engine
after 15 minutes.
Simple Sound-Off
While
the "extras" are certainly a nice touch, you may
wish to keep things simple, and opt for a basic security
system that will keep car thieves at bay. A standard alarm
fits this bill. Today's standard alarm systems incorporate
such features as built-in entry protection, which activates
the alarm whenever anyone attempts to enter the vehicle
illegally; or a panic feature, which activates the horn
to attract attention and scare off intruders. A standard
alarm system offers you basic, no-frills protection, not
to mention peace of mind. |
