Licence Plate Theft is On the Rise—Here’s What You Can Do About It

In a matter of minutes, you can protect your licence plate from sticky-fingered gas thieves.

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How to prevent licence plate theft
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Take This Simple Step to Prevent Your Licence Plates From Being Stolen

When gas prices are high, nasty people have been known to steal someone else’s licence plates, fill their own cars with gas, drive off without paying and let the gas station cameras capture the stolen licence plate number.  That’s why it’s important to install a set of licence plate security screws to stop the crooks before they get their sticky fingers on your plates. 

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Licence Plate Security Screws
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Licence Plate Security Screws

Licence plate security screws like these are cheap, easy to install and available in a style to fit your vehicle. The kits come with a security wrench; keep it in a safe place so you can change plates when they expire. Check out more of the best car anti-theft devices on the market.

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