If you've ever hesitated to stop at a traffic light at night or had to pack your whole vehicle up into the cabin so no valuables are in sight, smash and grab tint is for you. First off, let's tell you what a 'smash and grab' incident is: An incident where your attacker plays on the element of speed and surprise by quickly smashing through a barrier (vehicle window) and grabbing something valuable. This attack leaves little to no room for reaction or retaliation as it usually happens so fast.
So, when we talk about 'smash and grab tinting,' how exactly are we protecting you against such incidents? Smash and grab film is tinted so no one can see into the car and it also prevents the windows from breaking. When an object, such as a rock, is thrown at your vehicle window, smash and grab film clings onto the pieces of glass while remaining intact so the barrier is still there. While this will not prevent smash and grab incidents, it will afford you time to drive off and/or compose yourself, while also giving your attacker an element of shock because they don't expect the window not to break.
It is of utmost importance to remain vigilant in preventing smash and grab incidents. Below are a few tips:
- Keep doors locked at all times
- Always keep valuables out of sight
- Be alert and aware of your surroundings when driving
- Leave room to escape between yourself and other cars
- Fit your window with protective smash and grab film.
