Experts Warn Michiganders to Ditch These From Their Cars ASAP

Who knew that something as innocuous as a bumper sticker could land Michiganders in hot water?

We’ve all done it: We’ve pulled up behind a car at a stoplight and instantly judged the driver based on their bumper stickers. Maybe you even own a few...

Michiganders are Urged to Removed Telling Stickers From Cars

A Spartan Alumni sticker? Instant camaraderie. A “Proud Parent of an Honor Student” sticker? Adorable. A sticker proclaiming you to be a proud dog parent while also showing off the cute breed of pup you have? Extra adorable.

But did you know it's these very stickers that law enforcement agencies suggest you should NOT put on your car in the first place? In fact, drivers are urged to remove bumper stickers—yes, even harmless ones.

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Why?

Because those little stickers can reveal too much personal information.

Why are Bumper Stickers on Cars so Dangerous?

From revealing your political stance to unintentionally advertising your income level (hello, stickers for expensive vacation destinations), to straight up telling people where your kids go to school on those "proud parent" bumper stickers, they could make you a target for criminals or road rage incidents.

Even those little stick figure family stickers that show off your adorable kiddos... that's telling potential bad guys just how many people are likely in your household, and possibly just how distracted you might be if they were trying to steal your car.

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No one is saying you can't show your personality, but consider keeping it out of your car. In a world where we lock our doors, install security cameras, and remain hyper-aware of our surroundings, why give strangers extra information about your life?

Whether it's a bumper sticker about your kids, your hobbies, or your beliefs, think twice before turning your car into a rolling billboard of your personal details. Sometimes, mystery is the best defense.