NEWS BRIEF
New Colorado Auto Insurance Law
November 11, 2008 - Starting this month, the mail and inboxes of Colorado drivers will begin filling up with notices from their car insurance companies informing customers of a new "opt-out" requirement due to a new Colorado Law that takes effect January 1, 2009. More...
Auto Theft Prevention
The National Insurance Crime Bureau (NICB) and law enforcement recommend a layered approach to preventing auto theft.
1. Use Common Sense
Park in well-lit areas.
Be aware of your surroundings.
Report anything suspicious and avoid suspicious looking people.
Lock your doors.
Close your windows completely.
Take your keys out of the car.
Never leave your car running unattended - not even for a minute.
Remove all items from the car or hide them from view.
2. Visible or Audible Anti-Theft Devices
Audible alarm system
Steering wheel locks
Steering column collars
Theft deterrent decals
Wheel locks
Window/VIN etching
3. Vehicle immobilizer
Smart keys have computer chips that must be present to start the car.
Fuse cut-offs
Kill-switches
Starter, ignition and fuel disablers
4. Tracking system
Install a tracking system that alerts police or a monitoring service when the vehicle is reported stolen.
Avoid carjacking
Drive with windows rolled up and doors locked.
Be aware of your surroundings.
When stopped at a signal, leave enough space between you and the next car to be able to drive away if approached.
Do not enter your car if someone is loitering. Seek help.
Be alert at drive-up ATM’s.
If all else fails, don’t resist. Your life is more important.
Report fraud and vehicle theft to your local law enforcement, as well as the National Insurance Crime Bureau at 1-800-TEL-NICB (1-800-835-6422). Your call to NICB can be anonymous and you may be eligible for a reward.
How Medical Bills are Paid After an Auto Accident
When you buy auto insurance you need to think about what actually happens when you're in an accident and need to use it...
Updated:
November 18, 2008 11:14 AM
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