Number plate theft is a growing problem in New Zealand, with more and more vehicles being targeted. While it might seem like a minor inconvenience at first, having your plates stolen can lead to serious consequences.
In many cases, innocent car owners only realise their plates have been stolen when they receive fines or police inquiries for offenses they had nothing to do with.
To help combat this issue, the Safer Plates Initiative has introduced a simple yet effective solution: tamper-proof screws that make it significantly harder for thieves to remove number plates.
How Do Tamper-Proof Screws Work?
Traditional number plate screws can be easily removed with a standard screwdriver, making it quick and effortless for thieves to steal plates. However, the tamper-proof screws provided by the Safer Plates Initiative require a special tool to remove them, making theft far more difficult. When thieves see these security screws, they are far less likely to target your vehicle, as stealing the plates would take too much time and effort.
Join a Safer Plates Community Event
To make it easy and affordable for vehicle owners to upgrade their plate security, Safer Plates Community Events are being held across the country. At these events, car owners can have their tamper-proof screws installed for just $5, with the help of the Safer Plates Team, who will be on hand to securely fit the screws to your vehicle.
This is a quick and easy process that takes only a few minutes but provides long-term security benefits. By taking this small step, you’re making it much harder for criminals to operate and reducing your risk of becoming a victim of number plate theft.
These Safer Plates Community Events aren’t just about installing security screws, they’re also about bringing the community together and empowering people to take preventative action against crime. It’s a great opportunity to meet others in your area, raise awareness about number plate theft, and take a proactive step in making your neighbourhood safer.
To find a Safer Plates Community Event near you contact your local police station or check the Facebook page for your district. Most events are held in car parks at stores like Bunnings or Mitre 10 or in local supermarket carparks.
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