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YOUR VEHICLE'S FIRST LINE OF DEFENCE


YOUR VEHICLE'S FIRST LINE OF DEFENSE
Thieves won't touch what they can't sell.
Every 4 minutes, a vehicle is stolen or hijacked in South Africa. EtchGuard permanently etches your vehicle's register number onto every window — making it near-impossible to resell or strip for parts.
✓ Permanent & tamper-proof
✓ Recognised by SA insurers
✓ All windows etched
85
vehicles stolen daily (excl. hijackings)
50
hijackings every single day
30%
smuggled out of SA — gone for good
70%
of untracked vehicles never recovered
How It Works
Book your etch
Choose a mobile or in-centre appointment at one of our approved etching centres.
We prepare your stencil
Your vehicle’s register is precision-cut for a clean, professional finish.
We etch your glass
A chemical etch is conducted onto your windows, leaving a permanent mark.
You’re protected
Your vehicle is now permanently marked, traceable, and insurance-ready.
Benefits of window etching
Major Theft Deterrent
Marked parts are expensive to replace; thieves avoid etched vehicles.
Police‑Verifiable
IDs tie each window to your vehicle that helps defeat cloning.
Permanent & Discreet
Frosted characters in the window corners.
Proven Impact
Vehicles are 45% (UK) to 74% (USA) less likely to be stolen; recovery rates improve.
Insurance‑Friendly
Active insurer pilots and rollouts.
Fleet‑Ready
Bulk rates, on‑site service, registry exports, photo evidence option.



Mobile & in‑centre service
Accurate, repeatable process and documentation
Friendly service and fast turnaround
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