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Where should I keep my car when I travel?

I’m going out of town for about three weeks. I’ve never been away from home for that long, so I’m worried about what I should do with my car. Where is the safest place to park my car when I’m away on vacation?

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Eric Schad · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
Wow! A three-week trip sounds great! But I totally understand your concerns about keeping your car safe and sound for that length of time.
If you want to know where you should keep your car when you travel, here are a few ideas:
If at all possible, it would be best to avoid parking your car on a public street. It could get broken into, ticketed for failing to move, or sideswiped (or worse).
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