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by Brad Seabourne, Bra

When it comes to making your vehicle theft proof there are several ways to keep your property safe. While nearly all antitheft devices claim to work better than others, vehicle security devices are just one way to protect your automobile. Surprisingly, auto security systems are just part of the answer.

Common sense is by far the best, and most effective method, to deter vehicle theft. The first thing that common sense demands is to make sure that you don't leave your keys in the car, and don't attempt to hide the key either. Secondly, always use your door locks, and make sure that you roll up the windows. Finally, make certain that you park your car in a safe place, and one that is well lit. When you make things more difficult for a thief, they are more likely to pass on your vehicle and move to an easier target.

Auto security systems can also be an excellent theft deterrent. And, contrary to what the auto security systems makers will tell you, it may not matter which one you use. If you choose to go this route for theft protection, it is important that you find a security system that is a good fit for you. It has to be a security system you will actually use consistently.

GPS tracking devices can help police locate your vehicle if it has been stolen, and are difficult for thieves to deactivate. For this reason, they can act as deterrent devices, simply because they make it so easy for police to recover your vehicle. To make effective deterrents, just make sure that you use a window sticker or some other means to clearly indentify your automobile as being armed with a GPS tracking device.

Another way to deter potential thieves is to have the VIN number etched into the glass, as this can aid in the tracking of stolen vehicles. When a thief sees the numbers etched in the glass they are much more likely to skip your car and move on.

Some cars are more likely than others to be stolen. There are several magazines that provide listings of the most commonly stolen vehicles. When looking for a new car, it may be wise to check these lists and try to avoid any vehicle that has found its way on to the list. These cars, whether they have a security system or not, seem to be more attractive to thieves.

According to the Bureau of Justice Statistics (www.ojp.usdoj.gov) over three quarters of all crimes in the U.S. are made up of property crimes and certainly automobile theft is among the most prevalent. Automobiles are easier targets than homes in many cases as they are high dollar items, in high demand, and can be driven away within seconds leaving behind virtually no clues as to the identity of the thief.

Although manufacturers have continued to provide basic automotive security features, additional measures are needed as thieves continue to adapt to devices on the market.

For first time buyers unfamiliar with the options, the decisions related to purchasing an automotive security system can be daunting. However, there are a core set of features that should be considered which will help consumers select an effective system with less frustration.

?An automotive security system should provide a first line of defense that warns would be intruders that a particular vehicle is protected. Some type of visual reminder such as a flashing light on the dash or stickers that indicate security are simple deterrents.

?A second line of defense is audible alerts; sirens and alarms that sound when a breach is attempted. This security feature brings unwanted attention to the break in and slows the thief down in attempts to eliminate the sound. These should be sufficiently sensitive and should detect any breach. They should trigger when windows are broken, doors are opened, the hood is raised, and so forth. Motion detectors and infrared sensing are common. A good siren will continue to operate even when power from the battery is cut off in attempt to eliminate the warning. Some of the best automotive security systems will also notify the owner when a breach occurs so that they can check on the vehicle or notify law enforcement.

?Another feature of an effective automotive security system is an immobilizer or kill switch to shut off the ignition/starter or perhaps the fuel pump. Certainly, such features make driving off with the car extremely difficult. Some systems will even lock the hood when activated to prevent access to the engine and other mechanical components. At this point it is also important to consider that a device that is located so that it is difficult for thieves to find and disable can be critical as well as this can additionally delay the thief.

?As thieves have continued to adapt to newer automotive security systems, higher tech methods are employed to gain access to vehicles. Code rolling is an excellent feature that prevents thieves from picking up the codes used to gain entry to the car by using a type of code grabbing device. Code rolling changes the codes used by a driver's keyless entry device each time it is used.

?Another option to consider is a tracking system. As far as automotive security systems are concerned these are not a deterrent but a retrieval system. This type of security system allows a vehicle to be tracked and recovered if it is stolen. Some systems are activated only once law enforcement is notified but ideally the system would activate immediately once the car is taken. Some of these systems will notify the owner by e-mail, pager, or phone when the car is moved.

?A final consideration when purchasing an automotive security system is how effective it will be in avoiding annoying false alarms. Some systems can have the sensitivity adjusted to keep false alarms to a minimum while others are able to identify malfunctioning sensors and shut them down until repaired. Newer automotive security systems also offer dual zone sensing which produce only a small chirping alarm for minor occurrences, such as a bump on the side of the car versus a full blown alarm for more intrusive occurrences.

Certainly cars are a significant investment that is attractive to amateur as well as professional car thieves but consumers can tilt the odds significantly in their favor with the addition of an up-to-date automotive security system.

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