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With vehicle crimes on the increase in many areas, the Automobile Club of Southern California recommends drivers lock up their vehicles as well as their valuables to keep cars from being broken into or even stolen.

“Simple precautions can keep electronics as well as vehicles from being taken,” said David Womble, one of the Auto Club’s group managers for claims.

The Auto Club’s top tips to help prevent vehicle burglary and vehicle theft are:

• Always close the windows and lock the vehicle. Never leave valuables inside the car, especially not in clear view, including small electr...