Protecting your car against gas thieves

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Vehicle tanks are the latest target for gasoline thieves, who long have preferred to drive off from the gas station without paying or siphoning the gas from a vehicle’s tank. Experts say there’s no surefire way to ward off thieves thirsting for your $4-a-gallon-and-rising gas,…
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Vehicle tanks are the latest target for gasoline thieves, who long have preferred to drive off from the gas station without paying or siphoning the gas from a vehicle’s tank.

Experts say there’s no surefire way to ward off thieves thirsting for your $4-a-gallon-and-rising gas, but offer these tips:

. Park your vehicle in a garage, attended parking lot or in a lighted area.

. Vary your parking routine.

. Check the fuel gauge when returning to vehicle to make sure gas hasn’t been stolen.

Source: AAA Mid-Atlantic.


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