Drivers have been advised how buying a cheap accessory can help to deter thieves (Image: Getty)
A motoring expert has urged drivers to do one thing to reduce the .
According to the , 61,343 during 2024 – an average of seven cars an hour. As a result, many drivers are looking for .
According to the global leasing company , one of the is by putting the keys in a .
They explained: “Instead of hanging your keys on a key hook or leaving them on the coffee table, just place them in a metal-lined Faraday pouch or box. This will block the signal from your key to your car, so thieves can’t amplify it.
“Ensure that the Faraday pouches should be tested by placing the fob inside the pouch and checking if the signal is blocked.”
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By putting the key fob in a Faraday pouch, drivers can prevent its signals from reaching the car (Image: Getty)
Almost all new cars come with keyless entry in order to make it easier for owners to unlock their vehicle whilst carrying bulky items.
However, thieves are often able to intercept the signal, tricking the car into thinking the owner and their key are nearby.
By putting the key fob in a Faraday pouch, which features a metal lining, drivers can completely block the signal when the keys are not in use.
Faraday pouches are available online or from most motoring accessory shops for around £5. Alternatively, drivers can put their key fob in other metal-lined objects, such as the microwave.
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In addition to a pouch, Ayvens recommended that drivers also fit traditional accessories, such as a steering lock or wheel clamp, which will make it longer for thieves to steal a car.
They added: “Adding a physical barrier, like a steering lock, can make a vehicle harder to steal, while fitting a tracking device significantly increases the chances of recovery if the worst happens.
“Kirwan stresses that combining multiple security layers can be the most effective deterrent against keyless car theft.”