The NICB's Layered Auto Security Plan

A well-equipped auto security system can go a long way to ensuring the safety of your car or truck. According to the National Insurance Crime Bureau, there are four layers of protection that comprise well-thought out auto security plan.

• Layer 1: Taking simple precautions such as locking doors, parking in well lit areas, and closing windows completely.
• Layer 2: Auto security alarm systems and anti-theft devices. This includes audible alarms, steering wheel locks, and theft deterrent decals.
• Layer 3: A vehicle immobilizer system that requires smart keys and utilizes kill switches to prevent theft.
• Layer 4: The final layer of auto security is a tracking device. According to the NICB, "the final layer is a tracking system that emits a signal to the police or monitoring service when the vehicle is reported stolen. If your vehicle has a tracking system and is stolen, it can oftentimes be recovered faster and with less damage.

The LoJack tracking system is an integral component of any auto security plan. LoJack tracking is the most formidable line of defense against auto theft. Once the LoJack tracking system is put into action, local police can track the location of your car or truck, and recover the stolen automobile. LoJack is the only auto security product that is fully integrated with both state and local law enforcement agencies.

Some facts about auto security

A lack of emphasis on auto security results in the theft of over one million automobiles in the United States every year. To put it in perspective: an auto theft occurs every 25.3 seconds. The reality is, there is little we can do to stop car thieves from attempting to steal our cars and trucks. Even worse, most anti-theft alarm systems and auto security products are easily breached by knowledgeable car thieves. Once bypassed, these devices leave the car owner helpless. Without witnesses, suspects, or leads to investigate, there is little law enforcement can do.

LoJack allows police to track the location of your vehicle and recover it before it's too late. When the stolen car report is filed, a routine entry into the state computer database will automatically match the vehicle's VIN number to its unique LoJack code. The auto security tracking system hidden in the car or truck is instantly activated, and begins to emit an inaudible signal. Police can then track the signal to your car's location.

LoJack: The Forefront of Auto security

LoJack-equipped vehicles are recovered in 90% of reported thefts. Where car thieves can often find ways to disable other auto security devices, LoJack equipment is hidden within the vehicle (not even the owner knows where it is.) Smaller than other auto security equipment, LoJack goes unnoticed by intruders. Thieves will not know they have stolen a LoJack-equipped vehicle, until law enforcement officials track it down, recover the vehicle, and make subsequent arrests.

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