Car Audio and valuables left on the screen is no longer the only "hot property" for thieves – now want your catalytic converter too.
Yes Insurance has seen a sharp increase in catalytic converter thefts, which led to insurance claims of the engine. According to the insurer, which convert popular with thieves because they are so expensive and contain rare metals such as platinum, which exploded in a value recently. It is considered a new catalyticTransformer, usually around £ 1000 sold
Owners of 4×4 vehicles are advised to be cautious in particular. They are considered as 'easy targets' because it is easy to access the exhaust system and there is no reason to use a jack.
If you are a victim of a stolen catalytic converter you need for your car insurance provider as soon as possible in knowledge – but, unfortunately, is making a claim can mean sacrificing your no claims bonus.
As a result,Administrators must take steps to prevent their converters stolen in the first place seen. In general, were stolen during the night and motorists discover their absence when you try to start the car tomorrow. Therefore, the insurer motorists keep their car in a garage overnight – if it is not possible, at least in a busy park, well lit, rather than in a remote and obscure side streets. Parking in a garage at night should be under your carinsurance premiums.
Moreover, he added awareness is important to catch criminals in the act. Warning for someone to do under a vehicle after repairs are just innocent and tries to ensure that all converters loaded into a van.