To many people, a motorhome is a major financial investment, often saved for over years. It enables freedom for holidays, longer journeys, and escapes, yet it also represents one of the costliest possessions beyond their property.
In contrast to typical vehicles, motorhomes are frequently kept away from home, unattended for extended periods, and parked in remote locations. These factors increase the risk to coordinated theft.
False Sense of Security
At Trackerfit, many owners believe their motorhome is secure because it is locked or alarmed. Yet, thefts often occur despite such measures. Sophisticated thieves can disable alarms, override security, and remove a vehicle without drawing attention.
Once stolen, physical security is irrelevant—there’s no way to know its location. This is the gap 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. Upon gaining entry, alarm systems can be bypassed in minutes with electronic devices or replicated fobs.
In many cases, these vehicles are hidden in industrial units or shifted across regions to avoid recovery. Unless tracking is in place, owners must rely on luck.
Trackers: How They Work
Trackers use GPS for positioning and GSM/GPRS to transmit location data. Should unauthorised movement occur, alerts are triggered either directly or via a monitoring centre.
Speed matters. Prompt action greatly increases the chance of recovering the vehicle before it is hidden or dismantled.
Modern trackers offer additional features like motion detection, tamper notifications, and location-based security zones. This gives owners peace of mind even during long-term storage.
Other Tracking Methods Explained
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 bounce 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 verify position and receive alerts of any movement.
This is particularly useful for vehicles kept in rural storage, farms, or other shared facilities.
Why Professional Fitting Is Crucial
Correct installation affects reliability. Poorly installed units are easier to find, suffer power issues, or struggle with connectivity. Trackerfit’s trained engineers install discreetly and test performance before handover.
Installation can take place at your convenience, in storage, or during purchase. 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 a range of options including:
- Subscription-based monitored systems
- Self-managed units
- No-subscription trackers
Guidance is provided based on your travel habits, storage location, and desired recovery response.
Protect What Matters
A tracker adds practical defence through visibility, early alerts, and a greater recovery chance if the vehicle is taken.
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