Securing Your Motorhome: The Importance of Fitting a Tracker
For many owners, a motorhome is a substantial 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 often stored off-site, unattended for prolonged periods, and parked in remote locations. These factors increase the risk to organised theft.
Why Locks and Alarms Aren’t Enough
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 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 designed to fill.
Why Motorhomes Are Targeted
Motorhomes are high-value assets that are relatively easy to move, making them prime targets to theft rings. Upon gaining entry, alarm systems can be bypassed in minutes with relay tools or replicated fobs.
In many cases, these vehicles are hidden in industrial units or moved across regions to avoid recovery. Without location data, owners must rely on luck.
How a Tracker Improves Recovery
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. Acting quickly 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 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 is less susceptible to signal blocking and works via a unique network, allowing signals to bounce between equipped vehicles.
In the UK, police assets are equipped to detect VHF signals, enabling law enforcement to intervene during recovery 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 receive alerts 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 trained engineers install discreetly and verify each system before handover.
Installation can take place at home, in storage, or during purchase. Most fittings are available without long waits.
Tailoring Protection to Your Usage
Motorhome use varies—some travel year-round, others store seasonally, and some go abroad. Trackerfit offers a range of options including:
- Subscription-based monitored systems
- Discreet, self-monitored options
- No-subscription trackers
Advice is tailored 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 clear response route if the vehicle is taken.
View the full range more info online or speak to the Trackerfit team on 0800 756 5100 for advice tailored to your motorhome.