Coming back to smashed glass littering the pavement or an empty parking spot where your car used to be is a terrible feeling, but PennyGem’s Justin Kircher says there are some easy steps you can take to prevent future thefts.
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00:00Coming back to smashed glass littering the pavement or an empty parking spot where your
00:08car used to be is a terrible feeling, but there are some easy steps you can take to
00:12prevent future thefts.
00:14The Firestone Complete Auto Care site says a no-brainer would be to stop leaving your
00:18car running while you run into a store, for example.
00:21The site points out that leaving your car unattended and running is illegal in at least
00:2530 states and Washington, D.C.
00:27Besides turning your car off, be sure to roll up all the windows and close the sunroof
00:31and of course lock those doors.
00:34Money Talks News says the LAPD's sage advice is to keep any valuables in your ride out
00:38of view when you leave it.
00:40Take advantage of storage areas like the trunk, the glove compartment, or if you can, hide
00:44objects under the seat.
00:46This should prevent thieves from being tempted after doing any window shopping.
00:50A soft convertible top may be a great look, but the site says it can also attract thieves.
00:55Without a metal top in place, a crook could easily slice their way into the vehicle.
00:59To further take away temptation, Money Talks News says the Boulder, Colorado police suggest
01:04not parking near a big truck or any large objects that can obstruct the view of the
01:08vehicle or create a hiding spot.
01:10Instead, stick to well-lit and visible parking spots.