Lock your car - half of all vehicles stolen are left unlocked Take your keys - nearly 20% of all vehicles stolen have the keys in them Park in well-lighted areas - car thefts occur at night more than half the time Park in attended lots - car thieves do not like witnesses Don't leave your car running, even for a minute - convenience stores, gas stations, and ATMs are common hunting grounds for thieves Completely close your car windows Do not leave valuables in plain view Do not hide a spare set of keys in the car - the pros know where to look Park with your wheels turned toward the curb Always use your emergency brake when parking If you have a garage, use it - and when you do, lock both the vehicle and the garage door