Listen to équité’s advice (in French)

Any vehicle, any time, in plain sight and even from your own driveway at night, thieves are stealing vehicles. Here are a few tips to help you protect your vehicle from theft.

Listen to tips from investigators at York Regional Police’s Auto/Cargo Theft Unit

Investigators from York Regional Police’s Auto/Cargo Theft Unit are advising residents that they have identified a new method used by thieves to track and steal high-end vehicles in York Region.

Vehicle owners are encouraged to consider the following safety tips to prevent their vehicles from being stolen:

• If possible, park your vehicle in a locked garage. Most vehicles are stolen from a driveway.
• Use a steering wheel lock. It will also act as a visible deterrent.
• Install a data port lock. This simple device can be purchased online and blocks access to the computer port where thieves gain access to reprogram vehicle keys.
• Consider purchasing a quality video surveillance system. Make sure the cameras are correctly positioned and work for both day and night use. Familiarize yourself with the system so that it can be easily examined and accessed.
• Inspect your vehicle regularly and call the police if you notice any suspicious potential tracking devices.