Always lock your vehicle and close windows fully, even at petrol stations.

Never leave the engine running while waiting for air conditioning to cool down your car, when popping into shops, or making a quick delivery.

Double-check doors manually; thieves use signal jammers to block remotes.

Hide all valuables like bags, coats, electronic devices, and sat-nav in the boot.

Do not leave tools in vehicles over night 

Store your keyless fobs in a Faraday pouch to block signal-relaying.

Keep your keys well away from the front door and hallway.

Check your manual to see if you can turn off the fob's wireless signal.

Use a steering wheel lock as a visible visual deterrent.

Check, does your vehicle has a Thatcham-approved alarm or immobiliser.

Fit a GPS tracker to drastically increase the chances of police recovery.

Use security wheel nuts to prevent alloy wheel theft.

Look for car parks with the Park Mark safer parking award.

Park in well-lit areas covered by active CCTV cameras.

Turn your wheels towards the kerb to make towing much harder.

Make life harder for criminals, If you have additional vehicles, park the premium one behind a cheaper one.