{"id":38641,"date":"2022-04-08T09:51:50","date_gmt":"2022-04-08T09:51:50","guid":{"rendered":" https:\/\/dev.way.com\/blog\/?p=38641"},"modified":"2022-04-08T09:51:50","modified_gmt":"2022-04-08T09:51:50","slug":"how-to-report-stolen-car","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dev.way.com\/journal\/how-to-report-stolen-car\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Report a Stolen Car: Things You Need to Know\u00a0"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">How traumatic it can be when you find out that your car isn\u2019t where you parked when you return! You haven\u2019t parked it somewhere else, lent it to your friend, or been towed. Then what would have happened to your car? Your car has got stolen!<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">With thousands of car thefts every year, motor vehicle crime is a widespread crime in the country. In 2020, the country reported around 873,080 car thefts. The rate of car thefts increased with the pandemic outbreak. If you\u2019re a victim of car theft, it is better to quickly report the stolen car to law enforcement and make a claim with your insurer.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">You also need to report your stolen car to your financing or leasing provider. It ensures to avoid legal complications and ensures a smooth claim process. Here\u2019s all the info you need on how to report a stolen car.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_85 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #e71346;color:#e71346\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #e71346;color:#e71346\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.way.com\/journal\/how-to-report-stolen-car\/#How_to_report_a_stolen_car\" >How to report a stolen car\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.way.com\/journal\/how-to-report-stolen-car\/#Is_it_necessary_for_me_to_report_a_stolen_car_to_the_DMV\" >Is it necessary for me to report a stolen car to the DMV?\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.way.com\/journal\/how-to-report-stolen-car\/#Does_auto_insurance_cover_car_thefts\" >Does auto insurance cover car thefts?\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.way.com\/journal\/how-to-report-stolen-car\/#What_happens_when_your_car_doesnt_have_insurance\" >What happens when your car doesn&#8217;t have insurance?\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.way.com\/journal\/how-to-report-stolen-car\/#Does_filing_a_police_report_affect_insurance\" >Does filing a police report affect insurance?\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.way.com\/journal\/how-to-report-stolen-car\/#What_to_do_after_your_car_is_recovered\" >What to do after your car is recovered?\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.way.com\/journal\/how-to-report-stolen-car\/#How_to_prevent_your_car_from_getting_stolen\" >How to prevent your car from getting stolen\u00a0\u00a0<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_report_a_stolen_car\"><\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">How to report a stolen car<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">It\u2019s crucial to act quickly if your car gets stolen to avoid adverse consequences. If you fail to report the stolen car, you will be liable for all the accidents that happen in the meantime. It is less likely you will get it back if you wait longer to report it. <\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">H<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">ow to report a stolen car includes two significant steps. When you notice your car got stolen, you should first contact the police. After that, you\u2019ll have to notify several other agencies, including your insurer, about the theft.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.way.com\/auto-insurance\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.way.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/6.png\" alt=\"report stolen car\" width=\"794\" height=\"294\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><span data-contrast=\"none\">How to report a stolen car to the police<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">If your car gets stolen, the initial thing you should do is contact law enforcement and submit a stolen vehicle report. Insurance companies won\u2019t accept an auto theft claim until you file a complaint with the police. Be ready to provide all the details about the stolen car. Based on the police department, you will be able to file the complaint via phone or online. You will have to give the following details.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Your car\u2019s license plate number<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Your car\u2019s make, model, and year<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Car\u2019s color<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Any unique features of the car<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Whether your car has a GPS gadget, which will help them to track it down easily<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Details about when you saw the stolen car last time, like the date and time<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span data-contrast=\"none\">How to report a stolen car to your insurance company<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">The next step is to report the car stolen to your insurance carrier. While there is no such thing as \u2018stolen car insurance,\u2019 a <a href=\" https:\/\/dev.way.com\/blog\/comprehensive-insurance\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">comprehensive insurance<\/a> policy will cover you if your car gets stolen. Your car will have full coverage (minus your deductible) if you have a comprehensive insurance policy. It is essential to report the theft to the insurer even if you don\u2019t have a comprehensive car insurance policy. It will protect you if someone gets hurt or property damage happens while the car is not with you. Your insurer will want these details from you.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"2\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Your car\u2019s description<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"2\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">The last known location of the car<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"2\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Complete list of personal items that were in the car during the theft<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"2\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Location of spare keys of the vehicle<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"2\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\"><a href=\" https:\/\/dev.way.com\/blog\/how-to-replace-lost-car-title\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Title<\/a> for the vehicle, if there is one<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"2\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Details of the leasing or financing company, if any<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span data-contrast=\"none\">How to report a stolen car to your leasing\/finance company<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">You must notify the financing or leasing company if your stolen car is financed or leased. Your insurer will pay the financing or leasing company a claim, and you will no longer be responsible for payments. Having the insurer and the financing\/leasing firm directly in contact will ensure a speedy claims procedure.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_it_necessary_for_me_to_report_a_stolen_car_to_the_DMV\"><\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">Is it necessary for me to report a stolen car to the DMV?<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Vehicle theft reporting rules vary by state. However, it is better that you notify the DMV as quickly as possible when a car theft happens. Be ready to submit many documents, such as police reports and insurance documents, to prove that you are not the vehicle\u2019s owner for the time being.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Does_auto_insurance_cover_car_thefts\"><\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">Does <a href=\" https:\/\/dev.way.com\/blog\/does-insurance-cover-your-stolen-car\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">auto insurance cover car thefts<\/a>?<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">You can file for a stolen car insurance claim if you\u2019ve taken a comprehensive auto insurance policy. Since this is an optional coverage, you\u2019ll want to confirm your policy to ensure you have it. Always check with insurers to know which company gives the cheapest rates for a comprehensive auto insurance policy. Be aware that you cannot cover a loss that already happened with a new policy.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><em>Know more about <a href=\" https:\/\/dev.way.com\/blog\/how-does-insurance-cover-a-stolen-car-lets-find-out\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">how does insurance cover a stolen car<\/a>!<\/em><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_happens_when_your_car_doesnt_have_insurance\"><\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">What happens when your car doesn&#8217;t have insurance?<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">You\u2019re out of luck if your car gets stolen without insurance coverage. The majority of stolen vehicles get recovered within 2-7 days. If your car doesn\u2019t have insurance, you should first contact the police department. Then record the vehicle as stolen to the DMV. The final step is to search for the car by yourself.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Does_filing_a_police_report_affect_insurance\"><\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">Does filing a police report affect insurance?<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">You need to file a police report for a successful stolen car insurance claim. Most insurance companies want a police report if your car gets stolen, vandalized, or damaged by a hit-and-run driver. Your insurer can deny the claim if they want the police report and you fail to produce it. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_to_do_after_your_car_is_recovered\"><\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">What to do after your car is recovered?<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">If your car is stolen and later found, you should first check to see if you have lost any personal belongings. Be aware that a comprehensive insurance policy won\u2019t cover any stolen property that doesn\u2019t belong to the car. Usually, law enforcement officials track your car within two days and will contact you.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Then get an inspection done by a claims adjuster to check whether the car incurred any damage while stolen. You won\u2019t be liable for this damage if you have already informed them about the theft. Insurers usually need a 30-day waiting period before accepting a loss on a stolen vehicle. If the car is financed or leased, the insurer will pay the amount to the leasing firm. Also, you can do a third-party evaluation of your car to negotiate better with your insurer.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_prevent_your_car_from_getting_stolen\"><\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">How to prevent your car from getting stolen\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">A stolen car can give you great headaches as you need to inform the police, your insurer, and DMV. However, you can prevent this stress by preventing car theft. Here are some steps you can follow to keep your car safe.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"3\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Always lock your car and keep windows closed.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"3\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Install an anti-theft device and a GPS tracking system.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"3\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Keep your valuables hidden. You give an open invitation to the thieves if you leave expensive stuff in your car. Keep them hidden, or don\u2019t keep them in your car.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"3\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Locate a good parking spot. Park your car in your garage or safe, well-lit areas.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"3\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Never leave your car in the driveway.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"3\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Thieves usually target older cars as they\u2019re easy to break into. 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