Anti Theft Locking Devices

The security of a vehicle always remains a priority for each car owner, because no one can guarantee that your car will never be attacked. The only reasonable solution in this situation is to invest in anti-theft locking devices. Listed below are the most popular and effective options.

1.   Mechanical Car Immobilizers

Regardless the comparatively low cost of these devices and their ability to restrict either the movement of your car or access to it, it is easy to notice them. This may deter inexperienced thieves, but will hardly become a serious hinder to a pro. A wise solution to the problem is to combine several security products, such as:

·  Hood Lock

This device is used to block the battery accessibility, thus protecting your car from being stolen by thieves, who sell vehicles for parts. The price of the device ranges between $20 and $50.

·  Steering-Wheel Lock

This device is an ordinary lock that is installed on a steering-wheel and does not allow anyone to start and drive a car until it is removed. The device will not cost you much: a standard price ranges between $25 and $100.

·  Car Tire Lock

Locks of this type are extremely visible and it takes time to get them off. So, if you have to leave your vehicle at a parking lot for quite a long period of time, it makes sense to purchase this device. However, if you use the car on a daily basis and drive from one place to another during the day, you won’t have time to attach and remove the tire lock that often.

2.   Electronic Car Immobilizers

These devices are more advanced and ensure a higher car security level. Many of them are available with car fobs and keys, which enhance the protection of your car, by means of using built-in electronic immobilizers. These are small invisible chips and transponders that send signals to the fuel-pump and car ignition systems, making it impossible to steal a car. Some of the most popular products of this type include:

·  Kill Switch

Kill Switch devices are used to shut down one of the parts of the electrical system of your car engine, via a remote wireless transmitter. Some cars come with these systems installed by default, while others require manual installation. They are activated when you lock the car and can’t be deactivated until you perform a series of actions. The price ranges between $10 and $200.

·  Car Alarm Systems

This is the most popular car theft deterrent device, which has electronic sensors that react to any attempt to attack a vehicle. If anyone tries to steal a car or break into it, the alarm system will let you know about that, through a loud signal.

·   Car Tracking Systems

These systems help track the location of your car if it has been stolen. In more advanced models, this is ensured by GPS systems. This guarantees a 90% return rate of reported stolen vehicles.  The price, however, may reach as much as $1400.