As car technology advances, so does the need for better car security. With new products on the market, car owners are looking for ways to protect their vehicles and keep their insurance rates low. In this article, we will discuss the latest innovations in car security and how a car security system affects insurance rates. We will also provide tips on how to keep your car safe from thieves.
What car security solutions are there?
The car security market is booming as new and innovative products are released to the public. These products are designed to protect your car from theft and burglary, and they come in a variety of shapes and sizes. Some work with your car’s existing alarm system, while others are stand-alone units that offer extra protection. But how do these products impact your car insurance rates?
Most car insurance companies offer discounts for vehicles that are equipped with certain security features. For example, many will give you a break on your premium if you have an alarm system installed in your car. And if you have a GPS tracking device, some insurers will give you a discount as well. So it stands to reason that if you have a car with the latest and greatest security features, you could see a reduction in your car insurance rates.
Of course, car insurance companies are always looking for ways to minimize their risk and losses. So they may not be quick to offer discounts for new car security products until they’ve been on the market for a while and proven themselves to be effective. But if you’re looking for ways to save on your full coverage auto insurance, it’s worth investigating the latest car security products to see if they could give you a break on your premium. Who knows, you might just find the perfect way to keep your car safe and save yourself some money at the same time.
Pros and cons of digital solutions
Tech enables a whole lot of security options from which some are based on the car itself, ranging up to being interlinked with satellites. How far have we come but is it all good? Not necessarily. High-tech solutions are often great but don’t forget that the race between security and criminals is also a digital race.
If you got the best possible digital solution for car security and a hacker can easily access full control of everything, you basically enabled them for a nice and easy way to steal your car without even making any noises. Digital solutions can be great, but you also need to make sure that network or Internet-operated services cannot be easily hijacked.
GPS tracking for car security
The first car security innovation we will discuss is the use of GPS tracking devices. These devices can be placed in your car and used to track its location in real-time. If your car is stolen, you can provide the police with the GPS coordinates, and they will be able to locate it quickly. This can help to reduce the amount of time your car is missing, which can lower your insurance rates.
Make sure that all the drivers that use the car are also aware of this GPS tracking in the vehicle, so they won’t think anyone is spying on them. In case you really find yourself getting your car stolen, and even if you manage to track the vehicle, please do not try to engage the criminals on your own. Make sure you report directly to the police or let the service provider manage that for you in case the service is included with the car’s purchase.
Dashcams for your vehicle
Another car security innovation is the use of dash cameras. These cameras can be used to record video footage of your car while you are driving. If you are involved in an accident, the footage can be used to help determine who was at fault. This can help to lower your insurance rates if you are not at fault for the accident.
There are even some interior cameras that might be able to take remote photos of the driver and passenger of the car, so you could pass on visual information to the police, which might help to accelerate the investigation of the theft significantly in combination with the GPS location tracking.
Car alarm systems
Finally, we will discuss car alarms. Car alarms are a great way to deter thieves from stealing your car. If your car alarm goes off, it will make a loud noise and attract attention to your car. This can help to scare off thieves and prevent them from stealing your car. But are there any new features here? Car alarms are not really the latest kind of automotive security innovation.
The latest car alarm solutions come with a variety of features that can make your car more secure. For example, many car alarm systems now include a remote start feature. This allows you to start your car from a distance, so you don’t have to worry about someone stealing it while it’s parked in front of your house. If you want to make sure that this is installed without the risk of operating difficulties, you can check to have a certified mechanic install such a remote start gadget rather than trying this yourself if you are not familiar with how vehicles work.
Alarm dogs and other animals
While I understand it can be tempting to leave a well-trained security dog in the car to scare off potential thieves, I would not recommend it for the sake of the animal. If the car builds up the heat under sun exposure, the temperature and conditions in the car can become torture and could lead to harm or even death – Also, if it’s too cold, the animal could freeze, get injuries, or die as well. If you want to read more about how you could make the car dog-ready for limited amounts of time, you can check here into the article by Kayla Fratt, but keep in mind this does not mean you can turn your dog into a living alarm system.
Summary
These are just a few of the latest car security innovations that can help to lower your insurance rates. By using these products, you can help to protect your car and keep it safe from thieves. Contact your local car security specialist today to learn more about these products and how they can benefit you. If you want, you can also check out the video below by Nolan Sykes to learn more about this subject. Thanks for reading.
YouTube: How to 100% Theft-Proof Your Car | WheelHouse
Photo credit: The feature image has been done by Ross and Helen.
