With rising cases of van theft everywhere, we highlight some tips for van protection in London .
Most people put a sticker on their vans which says” 'No tools or valuables left in this vehicle overnight'. It appears in vans of all shapes and sizes. However, thieves are always looking to steal something anyway. It could be anything kept in the van, even a knife. This is why thefts have increased significantly in recent times.
The thought of waking up to your van’s alarm in the middle of the night is not at all pleasant. With this in mind, we compiled a list of measures for deterring thieves.
[1] Follow tradition :-
It is good to follow tradition sometimes. This is why we recommend that you invest in physical deterrents such as pedal clamps or locks and steering wheel locks. Thieves don’t like the sight of these as it makes it hard for them to steal anything from a vehicle.
These types of locks are easy to fit as well. You can simply attach the lock to its host and secure it. Turn the key if needed and you are done. It is well worth the investment. Plenty of options are available to suit different vehicles and purposes, so do your research before committing to any of them.
[2] Upgrade your alarm :-
Many vans come with an alarm system, but you may want to upgrade your alarm system for the better. Consider investing in an alarm system with additional features. Some alarm systems are connected to your smart phone and constantly update you regarding the vehicle.
These systems make you aware of any potential break-ins as well. There are some other alarms that activate at the very first point of contact before any damage has been done.
[3] Buy immobilisers :-
Immobilisers can stop your van from being driven away. Vans with immobilisers are a legal requirement now, but technology is constantly being upgraded. Consider buying a new and updated immobiliser for ultimate protection.
[4] Innovative parking :-
Thieves like to do their job in dark and quiet areas. They like to remain out of sight. So why not park in an area which is well-lit ? This will stop the thieves from coming.
Another option is to park your van as close to a wall as possible, as this will stop anyone from gaining access. Be careful while parking as it might cause damage.
[5] Prevent relay attacks :-
Relay attacks are thefts of keyless vans. These are vans with keyless entry. How do thieves do this? They use devices to receive the signal from your van’s keys and then transfer it to another device.
Then they use this device to unlock your van. You can easily prevent relay attacks by storing your keys in a wallet that blocks the signal.
Last word :-
Now that you have learnt about protecting your van, why not secure it with an upgraded alarm now? Do get in touch with VANGUARDIAN for the best anti theft devices for vans in London .
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