On a normal working day, at 5:44 pm, Patricia felt her heart skip a beat. Her phone had chimed with an alert: “Engine started.” Her Kia, parked downtown in Vancouver where she worked, was unexpectedly on the move. Alarmed when receiving the first CarLock security notification, Patricia immediately rushed outside, only to confirm her car had just been stolen.
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In recent years, car theft has evolved from brute force to sophisticated technological hacks. One prominent method is the Bluetooth relay attack, where thieves use signal relay devices to extend the Bluetooth connection range of a car owner’s smartphone. Here’s how it works, which cars are vulnerable, and what you can do to protect your vehicle.
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For car enthusiast, Aaron, his Dodge Challenger is more than just a car—it’s his pride and joy. But in the early hours of a recent morning, his beloved vehicle was nearly stolen. Thanks to his decision to invest in a CarLock car alarm and tracking device, Aaron was able to avert a disaster and save not only his car but also thousands of dollars in valuable DJ equipment.
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In the early hours of July 16th, 2024, George, a truck owner, encountered the alarming reality of vehicle theft. At precisely 3:01 AM, his CarLock device sent a Vibration alarm notification, signaling that something was amiss. Startled, George rushed outside, only to witness his truck being driven away by a thief in the dark of night.
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In London, nearly 90 % of car theft cases are unresolved without even identifying the suspect.
Car Theft at a 15-Year High
“The latest Office of National Statistics data showcases how as many as 350 vehicles are stolen in the UK daily with 500 vehicles broken into.”
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