What does it mean if you find a penny in your car door handle?

Picture this: You’re heading out to your car to start your day when you realize something is wrong. You try to unlock your car, but the key won’t work. Feeling lost or unsure? You may have discovered a clever trick car thieves use to steal vehicles — and it starts with a penny.

The classic coin in the door trick

Surprisingly, thieves have many tricks, and one of their favorite methods is to use a dime or nickel. These clever people put a coin in the passenger side door handle. It may seem strange, but it works well.

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