As some of you may have heard, the theft of catalytic converters has become more commonplace throughout the county and the nation. These devices, which are used to minimize vehicle exhaust and control their emissions, are being stolen/cut out from underneath vehicles for the precious metals and are then sold or recycled. Catalytic converter theft continues to be a problem with Toyota Priuses as the most common vehicle being targeted. Here are some tips to help prevent thefts
- Always park in well-lit areas when possible.
- If you have a personal garage, keep your car in the garage with the door closed when the vehicle is not in use.
- Park close to a building entrance or to the nearest access road when parking in a public lot. This is due to the increased amount of pedestrian traffic in those areas.
- Purchase a security device that is available to attach to the converter, making it harder to steal. Having the converter welded in place also makes it more difficult to remove.
- If you have a security system on your car, calibrate it so vibration sets it off. This ensures the alarm activates if a thief tries to saw off the converter.
- Video surveillance around your garage or driveway is also useful if you have the budget for it.
- Engrave your VIN number onto your catalytic converter to make it easier to identify in case it does get stolen.
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