Car part thefts - will you be next ?

When we think about the risks of car ownership and why we need insurance,  most of us would think about damage to our cars due to accidents or theft.  However, have you considered the risk of vital parts of your car being stolen? What’s being stolen and why? Guild Insurance has noticed an increase in claims due to theft of catalytic converters.  Introduced to Australian cars in 1986, they’re vital to the operation of your vehicle  and part of the ...
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