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Vehicle Smart Daily Routines Even the most fortified van can be bypassed if standard safety routines are forgotten. The Golden Rule: Empty your van of critical or high-value power tools overnight whenever possible. Display a clear "No Tools Left Inside Overnight" sticker to deter opportunists.Park Strategically: Park in well-lit, busy areas covered by CCTV. When at home, park your vehicle with the rear or sliding doors tightly backed up against a solid wall, garage door, or fence to prevent access.Lock It Every Time: Never leave your vehicle unlocked or running while unloading, popping into a shop, or even working just a few metres away.Clear the Dashboard: Hide phone chargers, loose change, and anything that hints at valuables inside the vehicle to keep the cabin looking completely Forensic DNA Asset Marking: Use a liquid microdot such as SelectaDNA —to brush invisible codes onto your gear. This glows under UV light, linking recovered tools straight back to you and aiding in criminal convictions. Vehicle & Site Upgrades Vans account for over half of all reported tool thefts. Relying solely on a vehicle's standard factory locks leaves it highly vulnerable to common tactics like the "peel and steal" attack. Install Heavy-Duty Locks: Fit aftermarket SlamLocks (which lock automatically when a door closes) or Deadlocks (which add an extra internal bolt). Apply Anti-Peel Kits: These steel brackets reinforce the top corners of van doors to stop thieves from physically bending the metal downward. Secure the Interior: Use an anchored, lockable steel tool vault or slider drawer system inside the vehicle to add a secondary layer of security if a break-in occurs. Protect the Windows: Install window grilles, blanks, or internal bulkheads to block thieves from seeing your cargo space or smashing through the glass | 
