Full Range Posted March 21 Posted March 21 (edited) 34 minutes ago, Martykt said: I used to take the rotor button with me, that way they wouldn't even be able to see something missing !! Yes we did that as well - Thanks for the reminder as I forgot about that Edited March 21 by Full Range 1
Full Range Posted March 21 Posted March 21 47 minutes ago, wasabijim said: over drinks once this random chap had the idea of locking the drivers seat forward as far as possible - you can't steal a car if you can't drive it and you can't drive it if the wheel and pedals and seating are obstructed and rendered in operable. He wanted to patent his idea even. not sure if he got any traction tho... That idea has merit and probably better suited to be implemented by current model cars Having said that- some cars have programable seat positioning for multiple drivers So in theory it can be done
Redbook Posted March 22 Posted March 22 Avoid sports steering wheels it makes it easier to drive with handcuffs on. 2
Silver Audiophile Posted March 23 Posted March 23 On 18/03/2025 at 9:10 PM, betty boop said: Car thefts and thefts from cars seem to be on a high... Google says.... "In the 12 months to June 2024, Victoria experienced a record high in car thefts, with over 23,248 thefts or attempted thefts recorded, a 25% increase and a 4,500-offense increase compared to the previous period. Here's a more detailed breakdown: Record High: Car thefts in Victoria have reached a 10-year high, with 23,248 thefts or attempted thefts recorded in the 12 months to June 2024. Significant Increase: This represents a 25% increase and a 4,500-offense increase compared to the previous period. Attempted Thefts: There was a spike of 43% in attempted thefts, with 2,760 offences recorded. Items Stolen: There were 9,000 instances of items being stolen from inside vehicles, an increase of 17.2%. " push button start cars cars, are now days being stolen via the OBD port... RACV and police are suggesting a OD port lock if have a push button start car... https://www.racv.com.au/royalauto/transport/cars/prevent-push-start-car-theft-obd-lock.html additionally if you dont want your plates stolen .. police will give you anti theft screws.. available from police station.. standard screw driver will get them on.. need a bolt extractor to remove which is slow and needs special tools... https://www.drive.com.au/caradvice/why-number-plates-get-stolen-and-how-to-protect-yourself-from-it/? we tend to be also careful where we park and dont leave anything easily visible to steal... Improve your security!!
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