{"id":113,"date":"2017-01-31T09:00:00","date_gmt":"2017-01-31T09:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.mccormickinsuranceinc.com\/blog\/?p=113"},"modified":"2017-01-30T22:01:28","modified_gmt":"2017-01-30T22:01:28","slug":"5-tips-to-protect-your-car-against-theft","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.mccormickinsuranceinc.com\/blog\/5-tips-to-protect-your-car-against-theft\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Tips to protect Your Car Against Theft"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>No one wants to have their car stolen. Unfortunately, car thefts happen in Pembroke Pines, FL every day. Here are 5 tips McCormick Insurance Inc. recommends to help protect your car from theft.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Don&rsquo;t leave valuables visible.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The best practice is not to leave valuables in the car at all, however, this isn&rsquo;t always avoidable. If you must leave valuables in your car, it&rsquo;s wise not to leave them where they can be seen from the outside. &nbsp;Secure valuables in the trunk at home before leaving for your destination.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Don&rsquo;t keep spare keys in the car.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Newer cars often have anti-theft systems in place that make it difficult to steal your car without the keys. If you leave the key in the car, you only make it easier for robbers to drive away with your vehicle.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Always lock your doors.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>This seems like an obvious one, but it can be easy to forget when you&rsquo;re in a rush. If you use a remote to lock your car doors, always confirm that your car actually responded to lock request.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Use safety features like alarms.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Car alarms may seem less popular than they were in previous years, but they still prove to be an effective deterrent today. Having an alarm system&nbsp;could save you from being a quick target.<\/p>\n<p>Park in well-lit, populated areas. Park where there is a good amount of foot traffic and near location entrances. Park near security cameras and if you park at night, be sure to park in an open and well-lit area.<\/p>\n<p>Following these tips can be a good start to keeping your vehicle safe in Pembroke Pines, FL. In the event you are a victim of an auto theft, contact your personal McCormick Insurance Inc. agent as soon as possible. If you are not covered by McCormick, contact a McCormick Insurance Inc. agent today to see what options are available to you.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>No one wants to have their car stolen. Unfortunately, car thefts happen in Pembroke Pines, FL every day. Here are 5 tips McCormick Insurance Inc. recommends to help protect your car from theft. Don&rsquo;t leave valuables visible. 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