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Car Theft: Questions 8-14

The document discusses car theft prevention. It notes that newer cars have [8] security systems that help prevent theft, but thieves sometimes steal keys to access newer vehicles. It advises keeping keys out of sight and in less obvious places. If a car is stolen, it recommends immediately calling the police and providing identification information to file a [12] report, as well as notifying financial institutions. The document also mentions older cars being easier targets so using deterrents like alarms or steering locks, and that a theft makes [11] insurance premiums more expensive.

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Car Theft: Questions 8-14

The document discusses car theft prevention. It notes that newer cars have [8] security systems that help prevent theft, but thieves sometimes steal keys to access newer vehicles. It advises keeping keys out of sight and in less obvious places. If a car is stolen, it recommends immediately calling the police and providing identification information to file a [12] report, as well as notifying financial institutions. The document also mentions older cars being easier targets so using deterrents like alarms or steering locks, and that a theft makes [11] insurance premiums more expensive.

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Questions 8–14

Read the text and answer questions 8–14.

CAR THEFT
Car theft is a constant problem, but if you own a newer model of car, there is less likelihood of it being
stolen. Newer models incorporate security systems that help prevent theft. However, thieves often steal
car keys to access newer vehicles so it is a good policy to know where your keys are at all times. Never
leave them in your car, even if it is parked in your garage at home. You make life easy for the burglar
if you leave keys in a receptacle just inside the door or hanging from a hook. Think of a less obvious
place, hidden from view. Once a thief has access to your keys, everything you own is at risk, including
your personal safety.
While older cars are a potential target, there are some simple precautions you should take. Definitely,
lock your car before you leave it, even for the shortest time, even in the driveway of your house. Think of
installing an alarm or a steering lock or consider a mechanical immobilizer that fits across the steering
wheel. This is a relatively inexpensive item but it is a good deterrent for thieves. They generally go for
the easiest and fastest option.
Obviously, it is in your own interest to make your vehicle as difficult to steal as possible – not only to
avoid stress and inconvenience, but also because your insurance premiums will soar if you make a
claim. If you are unfortunate enough to have your vehicle stolen, phone the police immediately. You
will need to provide information relating to your vehicle including make, model, year, colour, registra-
tion number and VIN (vehicle identification number). You need all of this when you file a stolen vehicle
report. Police will also log any personal items that were in the vehicle. If these items include identifying
documents such as a registration certificate, this will make the illegal resale of the vehicle simpler for
the thieves, so keep these documents in a separate place.
Next, contact your insurance company. If your wallet was in the car and it contained credit cards, you
will need to notify your bank. If your house keys were in the car, call a locksmith and have your locks
changed, and if you are still making payments on the car, you will need to inform the finance company.
Both your insurance company and the finance company will ask you for copies of the police report so it
is best to obtain one in the first instance.

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Questions 8-14
Complete the notes below.
Choose NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS from the text for each answer.
Write your answers in boxes 8–14 on your answer sheet.

Car theft

• modern cars are more difficult to steal because of their 8 ……………….

• If they have your keys, burglars could steal your car or even threaten your 9 ……………….

• older models are easier to steal, so get an alarm or steering lock or use an immobilizer (cheap but
effective 10 ……………….)

• the loss of your car is stressful and also makes your 11 ………………. more expensive

• if your car is taken:

- call the police

- supply all identifying information for vehicle – fill out a 12 ……………….

- NB: the 13 ………………. of the vehicle will be easier for the thieves if you leave official pa-
pers inside

- call the insurance company, bank (if necessary), and the 14 ………………. if you owe money
on the car

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