What Security Does Your Street Truck Actually Need?

Once you get to the point in your life where you can comfortably afford and own a street truck, it soon becomes one of your most prized possessions. So, it stands to reason that you’ll want to keep it safe from vandalism, theft, and smash-and-grabs. When it comes to security features, which are a waste of money and which actually work? Here are some of the security features you should include on your street truck.

Digital Immobilizer

To make sure your key is the only way to start your street truck, install a digital immobilizer. This will prevent hotwiring of the vehicle if someone manages to break in. This security measure will give you ample peace of mind even during times when your truck is parked for long periods of time or left at home while you’re not there.

Street Truck Insurance

“My car was vandalized! Will insurance cover it?” This is a question that gets asked a lot, and the answer depends on the insurance company you choose to insure your street truck. While some policies only cover theft and accident damage, there are some that will also cover you if vandalism occurs.

Insurance is ultimately the best way to protect your investment from vandalism, but make sure this is a benefit you’ve signed up for if vandalism is a possibility in your area. If your street truck does not have any insurance coverage, it could be a sitting duck every time you park it.

Steering Wheel Lock

Steering wheel lock bars act as double protection because they lock the steering wheel as well as your clutch. They’re quick to lock and unlock as you enter or exit your vehicle, so it’s a small investment of time to keep one at the back of your seat for those times when your truck is parked for a long time.

Wheel Locks

Protecting your wheels and rims from being jacked off of your street truck is another security measure to keep in mind. If you have stylish rims, thieves will target your street truck more readily, and many of them are super quick at stealing your rims. Wheel locks are permanent fixtures that keep your rims safe while preserving the stylish look of your wheels.

Tinted Windows

While some states discourage very dark tints, you can still add a degree of tint to your windows to hide the contents of your street truck. Smash-and-grab thieves tend to go for laptops, phones, and any other electronics they can see in your vehicle. Hiding these temptations is a good deterrent against theft and window smashing.

Dashboard Camera

One of the best deterrents you can install in your street truck is a dashboard cam. It has many beneficial uses while you’re driving, but it will also make thieves and vandals think twice before having any sort of encounter with your truck. These cameras can be seen from the outside, and no thief or vandal wants their face on record.

Many dashcams have a parking mode setting, allowing you to actively record what’s going on in and around your vehicle while you’re not there. You can also access this footage on your phone, giving you peace of mind while you’re out enjoying yourself.

Truck Bed Cover

Protecting the contents of your street truck is also a consideration since you’ll likely be carrying something in the back more often than not. A truck bed cover not only hides temptation from outsiders but also locks them in securely. It’s worth keeping this as a standard fixture on your truck and keeping it closed whether you have something in the back or not.

GPS Tracker

If all else fails and your truck does get stolen, it’s good to know that you can track the vehicle and possibly catch the perpetrator. GPS Trackers have had huge success in retrieving stolen vehicles since their inception, but for the most part, they act as effective deterrents. If you do install a GPS tracker, add a sticker to your vehicle to ward off would-be criminals from taking your truck for a joyride.

Vehicle Alarm

Alarms are still effective deterrents against car theft and vandalism. You can connect your alarm to your immobilizer, ensuring that as long as your street truck is immobilized, its alarm is also active. Many street trucks are vintage, and yours may be one that’s been remodelled to your liking. If this was the case when you bought it, chances are there are no security features already installed, so getting them in place is up to you.

Final Thoughts

Whether you’re parked at home or out in town, make sure you have these preventative security features on your street truck. These will not only prevent your truck from being stolen but will also protect the contents of your truck while you’re parked.