Ah, the great British summer holiday. You've got your suitcase half-packed, your passport checked at least four times, and your sun-cream bought in bulk. But before you get too carried away with planning beach days and holiday outfits, there’s one extra thing that deserves your attention. Your car.
Because, as exciting as it is to jet off somewhere sunny, the thought of leaving your pride and joy (we mean your car, not the dog) sitting unattended back home can be a little nerve-wracking. And with good reason.
Car Theft in 2025
A car was stolen every five minutes on average last year across England and Wales. Yep, you read that right. That’s 72,888 vehicles nicked between January and September alone.
From the heart of London to the quietest countryside lanes, car theft happens all over the country. It doesn’t care if you’ve got a flash new EV or a beloved banger. If it’s accessible and unprotected, it’s vulnerable.
But here’s the good news. There are some very straightforward things you can do to protect your vehicle. Starting with something you might already have but aren’t using properly…
Got a Garage? Use It!
This sounds obvious, but hear us out. A lot of people with garages don’t actually park their cars in them. Instead, they become black holes of forgotten gym equipment, broken furniture, and mystery boxes without labels. This is Money offers a very simple (and very good) piece of advice:
“If you have a garage, use it!”
And not just any old garage. A secure one. Because the right garage door isn’t just a convenience, it’s a necessary security upgrade. Especially if you’re going to be away from home for a week or two.
Invest in a Secure Garage Door
Not all garage doors are the same. Some of those old-school “up and over” ones are about as secure as a wet paper bag.
That being said, Garolla’s Titan electric roller garage door has been Secured by Design accredited, which is the police’s gold seal of approval. It means the Titan has passed a whole host of rigorous tests and meets the standard needed to genuinely help ‘design out crime’. We’re talking:
- Tough twin-walled aluminium slats
- High-density polyurethane insulation
- Secure guide rails fixed to your garage walls
- Auto-locking technology
- Anti-clone remotes
- SafeGuard Plus control system with rolling code encryption
Ever Forgotten to Lock the Garage?
There’s nothing worse than getting to the airport, checking in your bags and wondering, “Did I lock the garage?”
With Garolla, you don’t have to. The automatic locking mechanism kicks in as soon as the door shuts. So even if you’re halfway to Greece when you remember, you can rest easy knowing your car’s already safe and sound behind a locked door.
And this isn’t just about your car. Your garage often leads directly into your home, so securing it properly is about protecting everything from your TV to your toaster.
Top Holiday Security Tips for Your Garage
Here’s a quick checklist to give your garage the best chance of keeping out thieves while you’re away:
- Clear the clutter: Make room for your car! If you’re only going to use your garage once a year, let it be now.
- Install motion-activated lights: Nobody likes being caught in the spotlight, especially burglars.
- Add a visible security camera and/or alarm: It’s all about deterrents.
- Prioritise the most valuable vehicle: Got two cars? Put the one you’re most precious about in the garage. Park the other one in front of the door as an extra barrier.
- Upgrade to a Garolla roller door: This one's a no-brainer.
Still Got Questions? We’ve Got Answers.
How do you burglar-proof a garage door?
Garolla roller garage doors are engineered to withstand everyday life and prevent opportunist criminals from gaining access to your garage.
Our slats are constructed from double-skinned aluminium and high-density polyurethane foam for added strength. The slats link together to form a 'curtain' which then auto locks in place so that it cannot be lifted manually.
Secure guide rails ensure a straight and secure roller door close with no gaps for prying open. Our industry-leading SafeGuard Plus operating system comes as standard with our Transform, Transform Pro, Titan and Titan Shield Pack doors. This is our industry-leading obstacle detection motor (ODM) that instantly rebounds your door should it encounter an obstruction.
Can thieves open electric garage doors?
With older doors? Sometimes, yes. But Garolla’s electric roller doors come with anti-clone remote technology and a locking mechanism that can’t be forced open manually. So, unless your thief has superpowers, it’s a hard no.
Let’s Talk Insurance (and Savings)
You might not realise it, but using your garage properly could also save you money on your car insurance. Some insurers love it when you can prove that your vehicle is stored securely overnight. It’s just one more perk of investing in proper garage security.
Why Garolla?
We’re not just here to sell you a garage door. We’re here to help you protect your home, your car, and your peace of mind. Our electric roller garage doors are sleek, stylish, and engineered to meet the highest security standards in the UK.
Alastair Mayne, our Chief Operating Officer, put it best: “A well-secured garage door acts as a barrier against burglars, safeguarding your home and valuable possessions from unauthorised entry, and is a crucial safeguard against theft and vandalism, offering peace of mind when it comes to the safety of your vehicles.”
Holiday in Peace
So go ahead, book that trip. Pack the sandals. Download the playlist. And when you’re on the way to the airport, you’ll know your garage is locked tight, your car is secure, and your home’s got an extra layer of protection.
Book your free survey today and upgrade your garage with the UK’s most trusted electric roller garage door.