Do you own a Renault Clio IV, Mégane IV, a Peugeot 3008 II or a Lexus RX II and you live in Bouches-du-Rhône, Nord or Rhône?
Bad luck, you have the typical profile of the victim of vehicle theft in 2023, according to statistics from Argos, the group of insurers responsible for improving their identification and restitution.
But don't panic, there are some simple tips to follow to reduce the risk.
Avoid parking in dark corners
Firstly, common sense rules recommended by insurers.
If you have to park your vehicle on public roads, choose busy, lit streets.
Or, even better, areas equipped with video surveillance cameras.
Certified anti-theft devices or steering wheel locks
Among the devices that slow down thieves, we find for two-wheelers SRA certified locks which resist for a certain time to sawing, twisting or picking the lock.
For cars, there is also the steering wheel lock, the first prices of which are around thirty euros: visible, and therefore dissuasive, but cumbersome to put in place each time you park.
Window etching
Less known but particularly effective in encouraging thieves to go their way, etching windows.
This involves registering a number, generally the vehicle identification number (VIN), with registration in the national file.
The operation, accessible between 80 and 100 euros, makes identification easier after a theft.
The GPS tracker hidden in the car
Finally, even if this solution does not prevent theft, more and more motorists are opting for the GPS tracker, hidden in the vehicle.
If the car is not immediately transferred abroad, the police will then be able to easily find it.
From a few dozen to several hundred euros, without or with subscription.
It's up to you to decide if it's worth the investment.