THE CAR COACH REPORTS: WEEK IN REVIEW 7-6-12
DRIVE IT LIKE YOU STOLE IT EDITION
The car theft season has begun, according to the FBI: http://autos.aol.com/article/car-theft-season-kicking-off/
It seems July 4th is an unofficial marker for the start of the rise of car thieves doing their bad deeds. They strike at night, during the day, at shopping centers and in your driveway. If you own a vehicle, you’re at risk, especially if it’s in the top 10 list of stolen rides according to the National Insurance Crime Bureau:
These were the most stolen vehicles in 2010. The 2011 list will be available in August:
- 1994
Honda Accord
- 1995
Honda Civic
- 1991
Toyota Camry
- 1999
Chevrolet Pickup (Full Size)
- 1997
Ford F150 Series/Pickup
- 2004
Dodge Ram
- 2000
Dodge Caravan
- 1994
Acura Integra
- 2002
Ford Explorer
- 1999
Ford Taurus
Even if your vehicle isn’t on this list, you always should be vigilant. Here are six tips to help you keep your car out of the hands of thieves:
1. Park in a well-lit area at night.
2. Do not leave any valuables in plain sight in your car
3. Alarm systems by themselves don’t work. They’re usually easily bypassed and most people ignore the sirens. Get an engine immobilizer.
4. Clear out that garage and park your car in it. You’d be surprised how many vehicles are stolen from owners’ driveways in the middle of the night.
5. Disconnect your battery if you’re leaving your car parked for extended periods of time. This is especially handy if you don’t have an alarm or engine immobilizer and park at airports frequently.
6. Get a car cover. A thief will not take the time to remove it and will move on to another car.
My Final Thought
Is this a good idea?
http://www.autoblog.com/2012/06/30/terrafugia-flying-car-completes-first-round-of-test-flights/
I’m going to go out on a limb here and say no. While this may be a niche mode of transportation initially, many companies are striving to build these things and we could see an eventual proliferation that could fill the skies with carplanes.
Think about the average driver. Now think about him or her behind the controls of an airplane. Yikes!
What are your thoughts?
Post your comments at http://laurenfix.blogspot.com/
Love your car! See you next week!
--Lauren Fix
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