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Cloak your car from criminal radar
How to make your vehicle a less tempting target for thieves. Tuning into the new recently, I watched the usual traffic, weather, and current event reports. Then, as if a new phenomenon emerged from a hidden abyss, a reporter discussed a recent rash of invasions committed against unlocked vehicles. Thieves are creatures of opportunity, and…
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What to do before lending an item to someone
You maintain your car, your tools, and other personal possessions to ensure proper working order. They’re there when you need them today and you take care of them to make sure they’re in good condition when you need them later. How you maintain your possessions, however, may not be how others will treat them if…
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Invest in your car today to keep it tomorrow
At the end of an exhausting, but revitalizing workout at the gym, you pack your workout gear into a duffle bag and exit the building. The cool, crisp autumn air invigorates your soul as the promise of an enjoyable Friday night with friends beckons you forward. As you approach the spot where you parked your…
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Are you asking thieves to break into your car?
At many shopping centers, parking garages, and other locations where people park their vehicles, a familiar sign gives warning to patrons: “Lock your car and take your valuables. Owner not responsible for theft or damage to your vehicle or its contents.” Do you heed the warning or blow it off thinking that it won’t happen…