There are plenty of things in life that make me uncomfortable, but the thought of someone stealing my car ranks pretty high. It’s not just the vehicle itself—it’s the feeling of being violated, of knowing that someone got close enough to mess with your personal space. Just when you think you’ve seen every car theft trick in the book—like coins jammed in door handles or electronic key signal jammers—something new comes along to catch you off guard. And the latest trick? A simple plastic water bottle placed on your tire. Sounds absurd, right? But don’t be too quick to laugh it off. This everyday item could be part of a surprisingly smart (and sneaky) tactic used by thieves to scope out and steal vehicles