Unfortunately, vehicle thefts are
still a reality for car owners everywhere. According to the most recent
research, vehicle thefts have risen by in just three years. In this blog post,
we explain what to do when you become a victim of vehicle theft & how you can take steps to stop such an
unfortunate incident.
Get the right insurance
When renting a Uber Car Rental London,
you’ll be pleased to hear that your rental quotation provides you all you need
to meet your safety & legal requirements during the term of your rental.
The quote we provide you for vehicle hire includes the hire cost, insurance,
breakdown cover and VAT, extras which many rental companies don’t provide as an
all-inclusive package. Thanks to the included insurance, you & your vehicle
are covered across a broad range of circumstances, including if your rental
vehicle gets stolen.
Park safely and securely
As well as being insured against
vehicle theft, where & how you park
your vehicle, not just overnight but in the day kinds a huge difference to the
likelihood of you becoming a victim of theft. At home, your driveway or garage
is the most secure location for parking. Driving forwards into your driveway or
garage will also prevent vehicle thieves as the prospect of a quick getaway is
less likely. If you don’t have a driveway or garage, parking as close to your
house as possible will make this less likely that criminals will approach.
Parking in line with a large space also helps.
Know what to do next
If you do return to your rental
vehicle to explore that it has been stolen, don’t panic. Inform the police &
your rental company immediately.
Request for an incident report
You should get accident report
from the rental company and review the contact on the liability insurance you
have selected. Usually, car rental agencies have 3 types of coverage, passenger
protection, the one which covers you & your passengers; liability, the one
that protections you in case of accidents; and full coverage. The last one is a
bit expensive, but this gives you protection in the event your rental car is
stolen.
Contact your credit card company
For now, you can request for
another rental car from other companies, so you can go attend any vital
activities. But always keep in mind that , without insurance, you will have a
hard time renting another car.
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