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Motorists have been urged to protect their satellite navigation systems (sat navs) to stop them from being stolen.Sat navs have become highly popular among motorists in recent years, as they can plan their route and direct them accordingly.

However, they have also become popular with thieves, prompting Oxfordshire police to advise people to keep the devices safe.

Chief Superintendent Shaun Morley commented: “Whether you are leaving your vehicle for just a minute, on the petrol station forecourt, or parking it up overnight, think about what you are leaving on show for the opportunist thief.”

Speaking to the Oxford Mail, he recommended that sat nav owners remove the cradle as well as the device, as seeing this could make thieves think there are expensive items inside the car.

According to a recent survey by Motorpoint, sat navs are the preferred option for almost three-quarters of drivers ahead of the traditional roadmap and atlas.