For many owners, a motorhome is a substantial financial investment, often saved for over years. It enables freedom for holidays, extended trips, and escapes, yet it also represents one of the costliest possessions beyond their property.
Unlike cars, motorhomes are often stored off-site, unattended for prolonged periods, and parked in remote locations. These factors increase the risk to coordinated theft.
False Sense of Security
At Trackerfit, many owners assume their motorhome is secure due to having locks, alarms, or secure storage. Yet, thefts frequently happen despite such measures. Sophisticated thieves can bypass alarms, defeat locks, and remove a vehicle without drawing attention.
Once stolen, physical security is irrelevant—there’s no tracking unless technology is in place. This is the security blind spot trackers are built to fill.
What Makes Motorhomes Attractive to Thieves
Motorhomes are lucrative assets that are relatively easy to move, making them appealing to theft rings. Once inside, alarm systems can be quickly defeated with electronic devices or replicated fobs.
Often, these vehicles are hidden in industrial units or moved across regions to avoid recovery. Without location data, owners must rely on luck.
Trackers: How They Work
Trackers use GPS for positioning and GSM/GPRS to communicate in real time. Should unauthorised movement occur, alerts are triggered either directly or via a monitoring centre.
Early response is vital. Prompt action greatly increases the chance of recovering the vehicle before it is hidden or dismantled.
Modern trackers offer additional features like movement alerts, tamper notifications, and location-based security zones. This gives owners peace of mind even during long-term storage.
Alternative Tracking Tech
Some systems, like those by Tracker, use VHF (Very High Frequency) instead of GPS. VHF cannot be jammed easily and works via a unique network, allowing signals to relay between equipped vehicles.
In the UK, police vehicles and helicopters are equipped to detect VHF signals, enabling law enforcement to actively locate stolen vehicles using this system.
Why Trackers Matter When Stationary
Motorhomes frequently sit idle, especially in winter. Trackerfit offers low-power consumption systems that continue tracking even during inactivity. Owners can remotely check location and get notified of any movement.
This is particularly important for vehicles kept in rural storage, farms, or other less monitored locations.
Why Professional Fitting Is Crucial
Correct installation ensures functionality. Poorly installed units are easier to find, suffer power issues, or struggle with connectivity. Trackerfit’s TASSA-approved engineers install discreetly and test performance before handover.
Installation can take place at home, in storage, or at a dealership. Most fittings are quick to arrange.
Tailoring Protection to Your Usage
Motorhome use differs—some travel year-round, others store seasonally, and some go abroad. Trackerfit offers different solutions including:
- Monitored trackers with subscriptions
- Self-managed units
- One-time purchase systems
Guidance is provided based on your vehicle use, storage location, and response preference.
Safeguard Your Motorhome Investment
A tracker adds realistic protection through visibility, rapid detection, and a greater recovery chance if the vehicle is taken.
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