Burnt Tree launches campaign to cut LCV thefts 05 June 2013

Vehicle rental firm Burnt Tree is urging van drivers to 'think thief' as it launches a campaign to help cut thefts of, and from, light commercial vehicles.

It has produced a 12-page guide that offers advice to drivers of vehicles, and is partnering with security company ProtectAVan, offering a range of anti-theft devices.

"As a responsible rental company with a fleet of some 15,000 vehicles, we are only too aware of the challenges businesses can face," says Andrew Hill, marketing manager for Burnt Tree, adding that every year, 47 million commercial vehicles are stolen, at a cost of £152 million.

"The damage to your business can be significant," he continues. "Not only do you lose valuable time that should be spent on the road, but you also have to deal with the hassle of informing the police and your insurers before you can even think of finding a replacement vehicle."

Hill believes that some key thefts are due to the carelessness of the driver, but also warns of the dangers of cloned keys, aided by the availability of lock picks and online videos that show thieves how to use them.

"They can be in and driving off in less than four minutes – less than the time it takes to buy a coffee or a newspaper," warns Hill.

Author
John Challen

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