I wonder, isn't the AC or DC charger locked to the charging port of the car?
Hence, they can't leave unless they actually unlock the car and hence also the plug that's charging?
Wouldn't want to cut through that wire of AC or DC power

 

More like being stolen off the parking space, from my driveway or public carpark. I've read that thieves have managed to scan and steal remote unlocking codes for all these wireless locking systems.

I was thinking of using something like this to slow them down and hopefully deter them from trying.

 

Just put the car in valet mode every time u park up, then its constantly tracked!

 

I use the Disklok steering wheel lock that I have had for a number of years, luckily it has fitted all of my cars steering wheels (different sizes available)

Don't forget that you can use the PIN lock feature on the car that requires a PIN number to be input before the car can start (via Infotainment screen)

 

Don't forget that you can use the PIN lock feature on the car that requires a PIN number to be input before the car can start (via Infotainment screen)

Ah nice! great idea thanks.

 

I don't have such a need, but if I did I'd take a different approach. Simply find a low-voltage wire for a start button, brake pedal, seat sensor, or anything that needs to be engaged for the car to start. Then install a toggle switch that I stuff into an accessible but very discreet location.

Just flip the switch when you leave the car, switch it back on when you use the car. A thief, not knowing that requirement, will have gotten himself into the car and now needs to get it turned on quickly and go before he's spotted. He won't hang around trying to diagnose a non-responsive car.

 

On Facebook Ioniq 5 group, a guy got his windshield cracked by a rock, took a photo and shared it. On his passenger seat there was a yellow Club. All the comments was about the Club...

 

I remember seeing clubs all the time years ago. They kind of went away when immobilizes became the norm. At least around these parts. Can’t recall when the last time I saw one was.

 

One advantage a club has over all the other suggestions is its visibility and corresponding deterence effect. Thieves would not spend 10 seconds even evaluating a car with a club, much less try to access it.

 

Hello all,
My car should be arriving later this week, and after hearing about a spate of stolen cars nearby recently, I was wondering if using a steering lock would fit. I'm thinking of getting something like the Stoplock 'Pro Elite' Car Steering Wheel Lock. Thanks.

I've not used a steering lock since the '90s. Just curious, is this similar to the Hyundai/Kia thefts in a few states in the US where specific groups were targeting entry level models without specific ignition protection or car theft in general?