Lock every time: Even on your driveway or at a petrol station, always lock your doors and close your windows.

Hide valuables: Remove jackets, bags, charging cables, and gadgets from sight to avoid attracting opportunists.

Remove vehicle documents: Avoid keeping registration or insurance documents in your car, as thieves can use them to pose as the owner. 

Faraday bags: For keyless entry systems, store your fobs (including spares) in signal-blocking pouches to prevent relay attacks and signal cloning.

Keep keys out of sight: Never leave keys near your front door or within view of letterboxes, where they can be "fished" by thieves. 

Visual locks: Use physical deterrents like steering wheel locks, gear stick locks, or wheel clamps.

Anti-theft screws: Protect your number plates with anti-theft screws to stop cloners from using your plates for illegal activities.

Van security: If you drive a van, lock your tools inside a security-rated, lockable cabinet and consider marking all tools clearly with paint pens or registered property marking systems.

Trackers and immobilisers: Equip your vehicle with GPS tracking devices and immobilisers to aid rapid recovery and prevent hotwiring.

Alarms: Ensure your alarm system is fully functional.

Dash cams: Use motion-detection dash cams to record suspicious activity around the perimeter of your vehicle. 

Choose safe spots: Park in well-lit, busy areas. If using a car park, look for the 'Park Mark' Safer Parking Award.

Avoid secluded areas: Steer clear of unlit, isolated locations, even if it means a slightly longer walk. 

Security standards: For tested and approved security products, check the Secured by Design database.

Find approved car parks: Use the Park Mark directory to locate secure parking in your area.

Neighbourhood Watch: Engage with your local Neighbourhood Watch network for community-led prevention alerts and tips.