Lock Your Car Doors! Authorities Say Morristown Is A Hot Spot For Car Theft
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It’s always nice to see when your town or county is listed among the top places to live or even, the best city for pizza. But when it’s for crime, it’s a bit unsettling.
That’s just what’s happened to Morristown. Members of Morris County’s police departments have issued public safety warnings to all residents as car thefts and vehicle crime seem to be on the rise here in the Garden State.
As noted by the Prosecutor’s office, Morristown and Morris Township are two major hotspots in Morris County for car theft.
Thieves seem to target these vehicles most:
- BMW
- AUDI
- MERCEDES-BENZ
- LAND ROVER
- HONDA
If you’re a resident of these towns or even anywhere….just be smart and lock your doors!
In 2023 so far, 72 percent of vehicles stolen in Morris County have been left unlocked. 72 percent!! That’s an incredible amount of people being far too trusting when it comes to their own vehicles.
One trend that is a little frightening is that recent criminal activity has included burglaries and home invasions, increasing the risk of confrontation with homeowners.
As of June 2023, there have been a total of 78 car thefts in Morris County with 7,029 taking place across the state of New Jersey. In 2022, Morris County had 273 of the New Jersey total which was 15,816.
Law enforcement is asking the public to help by taking precautionary measures to secure their homes, garages, and vehicles.
“Would-be thieves have ways of determining which vehicles contain key fobs without needing to look inside. We have seen organized groups target a neighborhood, and steal multiple cars and valuables from inside unsecured vehicles. Making your car inaccessible is the greatest deterrent,” Morris County Police Chiefs Association President Johnson said.
Don’t leave your key fob inside your car and be sure to lock your doors. Let’s not let our towns become true hotspots for this awful and brazen crime!
5 New Car Features People Struggle With The Most
Nowadays, it seems like car manufactures and designers are putting more and more features in new cars. Sometimes, it’s to make the car sleeker in appearance or give the car or give the driver more benefits with their vehicle. Many drivers can become intimidated or overwhelmed by the technology of cars. From cruise control and assisted parking to Bluetooth connection and more.
In a poll by SWNSDigital.com, they found the top new car features people struggle with the most. They gathered their data by polling 500 car owners with vehicles less than two years old. The results showed 20 pieces of technology in a car that “baffle modern car owners.”
According to the poll, 68 percent of the “struggle to get to grips with everything.” While 40 percent don’t believe they’re using their car to its full potential. Also found in the research, is that it took about six months for 55 percent to discover their car came with certain features.
Dr Martha Newson, cognitive psychologist who facilitated the consumer study said they proved that over half of drivers are missing out on the full experience of their vehicle. “With any car purchase being one of life’s bigger spends, drivers should take more time understanding the tech available at their fingertips, so they don’t miss out on safer, more comfortable and more pleasurable experiences, every time they get in the car,” said Newson.
The feature that most people feel that they aren’t using happens to be cruise control. It’s been around for quite some time. Surprisingly, at the bottom of the list is blind-spot alert, massage seats, and 360-degree cameras. Some may find features like a heated steering wheel, remote engine start, and climate control easy.
You can view the full list here.
Here are 5 new car features people struggle with the most.
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