Remote jamming is the practice where thieves jam the signal from the immobiliser to the car so it does not lock even when the owner presses the ‘lock’ button.

Most vehicle and gate remotes operate on the same frequency, making it easier to interfere with the signals. Thus, a driver will be under the impression they’ve locked their vehicle while they haven’t. This often happens outside of shopping centres, airports or other places of interest.

Avoid the trauma that comes with being a victim of remote-jamming, by adopting the following safety tips when exiting your vehicle:

* Firstly, make sure your vehicle is properly locked. Don’t just press your vehicle alarm and walk away. Always make sure by testing to see if you can open your vehicle door after activating the alarm.

* Always be aware of your surroundings and be aware of suspicious individuals lingering around the parking area.

* Listen for the sound that your car makes when it locks. Wait and watch the car lights flash to indicate it is locked. Physically try to open your door to ensure it doesn’t open before walking away.

* Park as close to the entrance of the shopping centre as possible as there are always a lot of people and movement in this area, or in the full view of a camera. Having said that, many criminals are brazen, so be aware of activity around you.

* Report suspicious-looking people to security or move your car to a safer place.

Phone your Insurer or Broker to check whether you are covered for remote jamming.
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