Vehicle Alert Notice

Tips to Protect Your VEHICLE & BELONGINGS:
* Don’t leave any valuables in plain sight else at least cover them up.
* Don’t leave any electronic devices in the car broadcasting a Bluetooth signal.
* In case being observed, don’t start moving valuables around.
* Take note of humans in your surroundings especially when using keyless entry fobs.
* Ensure all windows, doors and sunroof are closed before locking.
* Make sure you observe your car alarm/central locking activating.
* After locking, manually check car doors for remote jamming.
* Monitor car guards handling your shopping albeit in a trolley or car boot.
* Make sure your car is locked when starting to drive away.
* Stay aware of people loitering or standing close by on your exit route.
* Never get distracted to exit your car and leaving it running unattended.
* Be mindful of your timing to go shopping to avoid high-risk times for smash-and-grab.
* Park strategically in high-traffic areas, ideally near security cameras or guard patrols.

Most common vehicle parts stolen off parked vehicles:
* Catalytic Converters for containing prized platinum, palladium, and rhodium.
* Wheels and Rims for their high resale value and quick to remove, especially alloy wheels.
* Car Batteries as they are easily accessible and in high demand.
* Airbags are expensive and targeted for quick resale.
* Tailgates are frequently stolen from trucks/bakkies.
* Side mirrors, headlights, and badges.

Protection Tips:
The above items are targeted because they are easily removed, valuable, and lack identifying marks, making them easy to sell on the black market.
* Park in well-lit, secure areas or garages.
* Engrave your VIN onto components to make them less attractive to thieves.
* Install devices like wheel locks, catalytic converter cages, or alarm systems with motion sensors.