Mobility scooters thefts are rising exponentially. Whether you are out shopping or at home, these scooters are just not secured. Thieves seem to be finding one way or the other to steal these. Losing a mobility scooter can come as a shock to elder people because their freedom depends on it. So, how do you deter thieves from stealing your precious vehicle? Read on to find out….
Invest in locks & alarms
Keeping your scooter locked is the first step towards protecting it from thieves. It’s recommended to go for scooters with an excellent lock ignition system. You can also invest in a motion-activated alarm. If you are parking in a shed, install an anchor point and use an additional lock. Never forget to remove the key when the scooter is not in use.
Keep your scooter covered
Make sure the scooter is kept in a well-secured shed or garage with an excellent cover. That shed needs to be protected to prevent thieves from breaking into it. Buy a padlock which cannot be tampered. Always park the scooter in a concealed manner so that thieves cannot notice it easily. Never leave your scooter unattended when kept outside for charging.
Watch out when shopping
When out for shopping, ask someone to keep a watch on your mobility scooter. Perhaps the best thing to do is mark your vehicle with the license number. Note down the serial number of the scooter and take its photograph. This helps when the scooter gets stolen. Lastly, don’t leave any valuable possessions or parcel in your Pride Go-Go Scooter.
Go for multi-function location tracker
By installing a multi-functional tracker, you can easily locate a stolen scooter. Thanks to GPRS mobile phone technology and GPS (SAT NAV). What’s more, the tracker also detects and raises alarm if some one tries to move the scooter. It immediately immobilizes the vehicle and protects it from getting stolen. Such trackers come with different alarm options to choose from. For instance, the movement alarm sends a text message if the scooter is moved beyond a pre-specified distance. The Geo-fence option allows you to set a boundary within which the scooter can be moved freely. If it crosses that limit, you get an alarm text.
Buy insurance
While this option might not deter thieves from stealing scooter, but it helps protect your investment. Finding your new Pride Mobility Travel Scooter stolen means you will either have to compromise with independence or shell out another thousand bucks to buy it. Neither of these alternatives is worth considering. So, what’s the way out? Buy the right mobility scooter insurance plan. There are various plans available which offer cover for the vehicle as well as third parties.
Following these tips and remaining alert helps cut down the risk of scooter theft considerably. Most importantly, go for a scooter that has a remarkable locking mechanism and theft protection features.