What does this technique mean?

 

Thieves sometimes use  pennies or similar coins  to  mechanically block the handle mechanism , including:

• Passenger side , where the driver rarely looks.

• This may  prevent central locking  from operating correctly when you press the remote locking button.

• Result:  a door remains open , without you knowing it, which allows thieves to come back later and easily enter the car.🚨 What to do if you find a coin in the handle:

✅  1. Inspect all handles

• Check  all doors , not just the driver's door.

• Remove any suspicious objects (coins, folded paper, plastic, etc.).

✅  2. Do not stay alone if you feel in danger

• If the situation seems strange to you (presence of suspicious individuals, isolated location, etc.),  do not get into your vehicle alone .

• Look for a  busy or safe place , and ask for help if needed.

✅  3. Manually check the lock

• Even if you are using the remote control,  pull each handle  to check that the car is locked.

✅  4. Report it to the authorities

4. Report it to the authorities

 

• If you suspect an attempted break-in,  contact your local police .

• Provide details, even if no theft has occurred—this can help prevent further cases in the area.

✅  5. Strengthen the security of your vehicle

• Install  steering wheel locks ,  alarm systems , or  GPS tracking .

• Avoid leaving visible objects in the passenger compartment.

🧠 Good to know:

• There is no  universal proof  that this technique works on all modern cars (systems vary).

• Certain makes and models  are more likely to be affected, particularly those with older or mechanical locking mechanisms.

• As a precaution , it is better to react  as if  it were a serious attempt.

🛡️ The best defense? Your vigilance.

This kind of trick relies on  distraction and inattention . By taking  30 seconds to inspect  your vehicle before leaving, you can avoid unpleasant surprises.