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More car and bicycle parts stolen but what happens to

Tips

Until November 1 this year, 3,356 cases of license plate theft were reported in the Netherlands. Tip: ask for anti-theft screws, these can only be turned in one direction.

2127 reports (already a threefold increase! compared to 2022) for a stolen exhaust/catalyst. Tip: Engrave your license plate or VIN number in the catalytic converter. Have your catalytic converter welded on.

2582 reports received for a stolen navigation system, on-board computer or multimedia system. Tip: Turn off the Bluetooth signal, which can be picked up from outside.

Mirrors, lights and airbags can be installed with a shear bolt. The head of the bolt breaks off, making it impossible to loosen it.

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