The Colorado State Patrol is excited to announce the expansion of the popular steering wheel lock program. This program provides these auto theft prevention devices free to members of communities across Colorado. The program has now expanded to nine locations across the State, primarily at Colorado State Patrol Troop Offices including Florence from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday – Friday at 600 W. 3rd St., Suite C. For more information, call 719-784-3275.
As part of efforts by the Colorado Auto Theft Prevention Authority, a CSP business unit, and the Colorado State Patrol to reduce motor vehicle theft, these steering wheel locks are available to residents of Colorado to help deter and prevent theft. A steering wheel lock is a great device to help increase physical vehicle security. Community members will need to provide a VIN for each vehicle for which they request a lock. There is a two-steering wheel lock limit per person.
Reducing auto theft in Colorado has a ripple effect in communities; when auto theft is reduced, other crime types and incidents also show notable reductions. From the earliest of years, combatting auto theft has been a key aspect of the mission of the Colorado State Patrol—to keep Colorado's roadways safe for residents, commerce, and visitors alike. Preventing and combatting motor vehicle theft is a key part of keeping our roads safe.
A quality theft prevention routine considers many possible factors to help deter and prevent vehicle theft. This should always include locking your car every time—no matter where or how long you will be away from it. Locked vehicles are the most secure when all keys are removed from them. Always take extra, spare, or valet keys out of a vehicle.
Then, once fully locked and secured – think about a great vehicle clean-out. Thieves hate clean cars. What may seem like trash or unimportant items (like change, gym bags, or shopping bags from retailers) may not pique your interest, but small things left visible in a vehicle can incentivize a thief to target your vehicle over a vehicle without anything left in it. Take all items out of your vehicle and place any necessary items out of sight in the glove box or trunk.
While parking inside a garage is always a preferred option, be as secure as possible when parking on the street. Use devices like the steering wheel lock and physical devices like parking boots or shift/pedal immobilizers.
Pick up your steering wheel lock today, and you can help prevent motor vehicle theft and keep Colorado's roads and communities safe from crime.
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