Some of the "50 Ways to Help Stop Auto Theft"

Common Sense is Your Best Defense
Never hide a second set of keys in your car.
Never leave your car running unattended. Vehicles are commonly stolen at ATMs, convenience stores, etc.
Don't leave valuables in plain view.
Never leave the registration or title in your car.

Invest in Vehicle Protection
Fuel kill switches halt fuel supply.
Floorboard locks disable the gas or brake pedal to prevent the use of these pedals.

Electronic Security Devices
Audio alarms emit loud warning sounds when the doors, hood, or trunk are opened.

Beware of "HOT" Used Car Deals
Be cautious of a seller with no fixed address, place of employment or phone number.
Check to make sure the VIN plate has not been repainted and the numbers stamped in the plate appear to be original factory numbers.
Check the engine identification numbers with all other number to ensure a match.

For a copy of "50 Ways to Help Stop Auto Theft," call the Authority toll free -- 1-88-777-ATPA (2872)

To the Honorable Governor Tom Ridge and members of the Pennsylvania Legislature

Executive Summary: the year in review

The Strategy - Pennsylvania still is "the forbidden zone" for car thieves

Special Reports

The Authority's Financial Picture

Fighting Theft on the Streets

Fiscal Impact of the Grantees' Combined Efforts

Board of Directors

To the Honorable Governor Tom Ridge and members of the Pennsylvania LegislatureExecutive Summary: the year in reviewThe Strategy - Pennsylvania still is "the forbidden zone" for car thievesSpecial ReportsThe Authority's Financial PictureFighting Theft on the StreetsFiscal Impact of the Grantees' Combined EffortsBoard of DirectorsSome of the "50 Ways to Help Stop Auto Theft"