Automotive technologies provide protection

Modern technological advances can help us in a number of ways, and when it comes to protecting your car from thieves, there are many devices on the market today that all but eliminate the possibility of becoming a victim of automobile theft. We all have insurance, but many times it is not sufficient to cover the entire balance of a loan when your car is stolen, so taking some simple precautions through the utilization of these devices may save you a lot of hassles and a good bit of money.

Siren Alarms

We have all heard these alarms, and they sure are loud enough to scare off even the boldest of thieves. I seem to hear a lot of these sirens go off inadvertently, but if they can be routinely triggered by nothing, they must be extra sensitive to real crooks, right?

“The Club” Type Steering Wheel Locks

If you are a thief looking into a car window and you see the steering wheel locked with one of these bars, you are probably going to walk past.

Theft Protection Collars

These could be described as a steering column lock that is tougher to compromise than products like “The Club.” It is a three-part solid steel collar that that essentially wraps around your steering column.

Smart Keys

Uses infrared and radio frequency technology that makes having your smart key the only way to start the car.

Vehicle Kill Switches

A hidden switch that must be turned on before the car can be started.

Wheel Locks

These are similar to the “boots” that many cities put on cars that owe back traffic tickets to immobilize them. The only difference is that with these, it’s you that has the key, not the traffic police.

It may seem like a hassle to add this extra layer of protection, but it sure is an empty feeling to walk out to where you parked your car and recognize that it isn’t there. A little protection can go a long way, and a minimal inconvenience can ensure the security of your vehicle.