312,231
Recorded Vehicle Offences
England and Wales · year ending June 2026. This category is broader than stolen vehicles.
Down 7% year on year
Source: Office for National Statistics ↗Road Guard Knowledge · South Wales
Vehicle Security.
Made Clear.
Practical advice for protecting your vehicle, choosing the right equipment and knowing what to do if something happens.
Written by Road Guard Automotive · Reviewed 29 October 2026
The Bigger Picture
Better Informed.
Better Prepared.
127,883
Reported Road Casualties
Great Britain · 2025 final figures. People injured or killed, not the number of collisions.
Evidence helps explain events
Source: Department for Transport ↗Official published figures, checked 29 October 2026. These are national figures with different definitions and periods; they are not directly comparable, local risk estimates or a measure of device effectiveness. A dash cam cannot prevent every collision and no security device guarantees recovery.
Choose the Right Tools
Different Jobs. One Clear Plan.
Dash Cam
Records a view of events. Front and rear cameras add different angles; compatible parking modes can record while parked.
It is not a guarantee of clear footage, fault decisions or theft prevention.
Explore Dash Cam Installation →Vehicle Tracker
Provides location information, depending on the device, coverage and service. A monitored service may support the recovery process.
Check subscriptions and any insurer requirements before choosing. GPS in a dash cam is not necessarily live tracking.
Discuss Tracking Options →Immobiliser
Restricts starting or driving unless the correct authorisation is present. It serves a different purpose from recording or locating.
Suitability depends on the vehicle and system. Ask about compatibility; do not assume every system meets your policy.
Ask About Vehicle Suitability →Small Habits Matter
Start With the Everyday Essentials.
Lock, Then Check
Check the doors, windows and sunroof when leaving the vehicle. Remove visible valuables and choose well-lit or secure parking where possible.
Keep Keys Secure
Keep keys and spares away from entrances. For keyless systems, follow the vehicle manufacturer’s guidance and regularly test any signal-blocking pouch.
Know Your Equipment
Check that the camera records and that you know how to save a clip. Keep tracking-provider contacts, insurance details and relevant job documents accessible.
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Use this as a reminder. Your selections stay on this page only.
Practical theft-prevention advice: Police.uk vehicle security guidance ↗. A completed checklist is a reminder, not a security assessment.
Keep Learning
Help for the Moments That Matter.
If Something Happens
Car Stolen? Your Next Steps
A calm action plan: police, tracking provider, insurer and evidence.
Read the Guide Choosing Your CameraFind the Right Dash Cam
Front or rear, GPS, app access and the features worth comparing.
Read the Guide After Your InstallationParking Mode & Battery Care
Understand parked recording, power settings and battery limitations.
Read the Guide Keep the Important MomentsSave Your Dash Cam Footage
Protect the original file and prepare a copy for your insurer or police.
Read the GuideAdvice Before You Decide
Let’s Find What
Works for You.
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