Typically carried out under the cover of darkness, catalytic converter theft is a sneaky and costly crime. And RVs are much larger then cars, so they can haul more valuable parts.
Most of us don’t think of small trailers as a theft target, but they are. It takes thieves approximately two minutes to steal a small trailer, even when the trailer is secured with chains and wheel locks.
The holiday season is in full swing, and while consumers are busy crossing items off their shopping lists, dealerships, construction sites and other businesses are dealing with a recurring issue – heavy equipment theft.
While the winter months should be all about family gatherings and holiday traditions, it’s no time for businesses to let down their guard. And for anyone operating, selling or storing heavy equipment, it’s especially important to step up security during the holidays.
It is sad but true that the American economy has taken a downward turn this year. Historically, times of financial difficulty are met with heightened criminal activity. Dealerships are not immune to this costly problem.