tech
February 6, 2026
One item from the kitchen is enough for thieves to steal a car in seconds
Thieves have devised a new, extremely insidious method of car theft that relies on instinct and a moment of driver inattention. Instead of classic tools, they use an item that almost everyone has in the kitchen, and the consequences can be serious.
TL;DR
- Thieves use eggs thrown at the windshield as a distraction for car theft.
- The egg splatters when wipers are activated, severely reducing visibility and forcing the driver to stop.
- While the driver is distracted or exiting the vehicle to clean the windshield, thieves steal valuables or the car itself.
- High-risk areas include parking lots, gas stations, and poorly lit streets.
- To prevent this, drivers should not exit their car immediately; instead, drive to a safe place to clean the windshield.
- Always keep car doors locked, never leave keys in the vehicle, and secure keys at home away from entry points.
- Manual lock checks are recommended as electronic signals can be jammed.
- Driving with locked doors and parking in well-lit, busy areas are recommended safety measures.