Auto Security Systems

If a person, more often a pro, wants to steal your car, they probably think they have the know-how. Of course you want to protect your vehicle from pros, but greater consideration should be given to devises which will help keep your car from being stolen by amateurs. You may have an electronic anti theft devise or even the club but still your auto can be taken. There is no fool proof auto security system but consider this – most cars are broken into below the door line and therefore out of sight. Many vehicles with build in antitheft alarms give no warning that the car is so equipped. It stands to reason that the best way to deter a thief is with a visible indicator.

It is my understanding that a visible indicator is effective in deterring fifty percent of potential thieves. If the perpetrator sees a flashing light, chances are that they will move on to another vehicle. They have no way of knowing if this light is a dummy or the real thing!

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Is Buying a Car Alarm Worth the Money ?

Two cars are stolen every minute. So is it worth spending money on a car alarm?

Drivers that believe thieves target only expensive cars or cars in large cities are incorrect. According to the National Insurance Crime Bureau the 1995 Honda Civic is the most stolen vehicle, with the 1991 Honda Accord and 1989 Toyota Camry running close behind. The 1997 Ford F-150 was the highest listed pickup truck. These older vehicles are targets due to the high price their parts will bring sold piecemeal. While all vehicle owners should take precautions, it is worthwhile to realize when you drive a high-risk vehicle and take extra precautionary measures.

There are many common sense ways to avoid vehicle theft, such as locking the car, taking the keys, removing valuables or anything that would look desirable to a thief (like a bag or purse), not leaving the vehicle running, keeping the windows closed completely and parking in well-lit areas. This is obviously the least expensive form of defense.

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Personal Medical Alarm Systems

With a personal medical alarm system one doesn’t have to fear being caught in a medical emergency when home alone. A personal medical alarm system is particularly helpful to senior citizens. Whenever help is needed, all you have to do is press the help button. This unit is worn around the neck or the wrist. The moment the help button is activated, it automatically dials the response centre. The response centre then calls the victim immediately. They are aware of the caller’s profile and critical information and ask what the nature of the call is.

The basic unit works the same way a telephone works with two-way communication. These units feature 15-hour battery backup in the event of a power cut. The personal help button can be worn like a piece of jewelry or a modern looking watch. It weighs less than an ounce and is waterproof with a long-range operation and a five-year battery life.

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