Protecting Your Motorhome: Why a Tracker is Essential
To many people, a motorhome is a substantial financial investment, built up through long-term savings. It offers flexibility for holidays, extended trips, and getaways, yet it also stands as one of the costliest possessions beyond their property.
Unlike cars, motorhomes are frequently kept away from home, unattended for extended periods, and parked in remote locations. These factors heighten vulnerability to coordinated theft.
Why Locks and Alarms Aren’t Enough
At Trackerfit, many owners assume their motorhome is secure because it is locked or alarmed. Yet, thefts often occur despite such measures. Experienced criminals can disable alarms, override security, and remove a vehicle quietly and swiftly.
After the vehicle is moved, physical security is useless—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 high-value assets that are relatively easy to move, making them appealing to theft rings. Upon gaining entry, basic security can be quickly defeated with relay tools or cloned keys.
In many cases, these vehicles are stored 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 communicate in real time. If the motorhome moves without permission, alerts are triggered either directly or via a monitoring centre.
Speed matters. Acting quickly 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 continuous oversight even when away for weeks.
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 proprietary MESH system, 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 often remain parked for long durations, 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 available without long waits.
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:
- Monitored trackers with subscriptions
- Self-managed units
- One-time purchase systems
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Advice is tailored based on your vehicle use, storage location, and response preference.
Protect What Matters
A tracker adds practical defence through visibility, early alerts, and a greater recovery chance if the vehicle is taken.
View the full range online or speak to the Trackerfit team on 0800 756 5100 for advice specific to your needs.