APD Wants to Tap That Glass

In observation of July's "Watch Your Car" month, Austin Police Department is offering free vehicle identification number (VIN) etching services this week. It's a minor deterrant for would-be car thieves, and could possibly lower your auto insurance payments. Not too shabby.

From APD:

All vehicles have a federally assigned vehicle identification numbers (VIN). The etching of a VIN on the windows of a vehicle deters thieves because it is more difficult to dispose of property that is identifiable. It is time consuming and expensive for thieves to replace windows that have been marked with the VIN. Vehicles owners can also register with the Help End Auto Theft (H.E.A.T) program. Owners who normally do not use their vehicles between 1:00 a.m. and 5:00 a.m. sign an agreement allowing officers to stop the vehicle and verify ownership.

Tuesday, July 24th
UT Austin, Denius Field
2200 Red River Street, Lot 41
10am-1pm
Central West Area Command and The
University of Texas Police Department

Thursday, July 26th
Target (Capital Plaza)
5621 North I-35
10am-1pm
Northeast, North Central and Northwest area commands

Saturday, July 28th
Target Greatland
5300 South MoPac
8am-Noon
Southwest Area Command