The cost of the lost valuable property to members of the public. The cost to motorists of increased insurance premiums. Many of the stolen vehicles are never recovered. Many of those which are found, had been damaged by the thieves. Motor vehicle related crimes can, however, be decreased drastically if motorists follow a few easy guidelines to keep thieves out of their cars in the first place.
Many car thieves are opportunist, unskilled, petty criminals.
All thieves furthermore tend to select the easiest and least protected targets. It is therefore not that difficult to turn a car into a less inviting target. In this way thieves can be discouraged from trying to steal a car or break into it. At present a number of anti-theft systems are available for cars. It is essential to buy such systems from a reliable dealer and have it fitted professionally.