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.
Unlike cars, motorhomes are frequently kept away from home, left unused for prolonged periods, and parked in remote locations. These factors heighten vulnerability 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 often occur despite such measures. Sophisticated thieves can disable 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 mobile, making them appealing to theft rings. Once inside, 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 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 while still mobile.
Modern trackers offer additional features like motion detection, anti-tamper alerts, and geo-fencing. 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 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 often remain parked for long durations, especially in winter. Trackerfit offers low-power consumption systems that remain active even during inactivity. Owners can verify position and get notified of any movement.
This is particularly important for vehicles kept in rural storage, farms, or other less monitored locations.
Installation Matters
Correct installation affects reliability. Poorly installed units can be spotted by thieves, drain batteries, or lose signal. Trackerfit’s trained engineers install discreetly and test performance before handover.
Installation can take place at your convenience, on-site, or during purchase. Most fittings are quick to arrange.
Choosing the Right Tracker
Motorhome use differs—some travel year-round, others store seasonally, and some go abroad. Trackerfit offers different solutions 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.
Safeguard Your Motorhome Investment
A tracker adds practical defence through visibility, early alerts, and a clear response route if the vehicle is taken.
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