To many people, a motorhome is a substantial financial investment, often saved for over years. It offers flexibility for holidays, longer journeys, and escapes, yet it also stands as one of the most valuable possessions beyond their property.
Unlike cars, motorhomes are often stored off-site, unattended for prolonged periods, and located where oversight is limited. These factors heighten vulnerability to coordinated theft.
False Sense of Security
At Trackerfit, many owners assume their motorhome is secure because it is locked or alarmed. Yet, thefts frequently happen 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 way to know its location. This is the gap trackers are designed to fill.
Why Motorhomes Are Targeted
Motorhomes are high-value assets that are relatively easy to move, making them appealing to theft rings. Once inside, alarm systems can be bypassed in minutes with relay tools or cloned keys.
Often, these vehicles are hidden in industrial units or shifted across regions to evade detection. Without location data, owners must rely on luck.
How a Tracker Improves Recovery
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.
Speed matters. Prompt action greatly increases the chance of recovering the vehicle while still mobile.
Modern trackers offer additional features like movement alerts, tamper notifications, and geo-fencing. This gives owners peace of mind even when away for weeks.
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 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 long-life systems that remain active even during inactivity. Owners can verify position and receive alerts of any movement.
This is particularly useful for vehicles kept in compounds, farms, or other shared facilities.
Why Professional Fitting Is Crucial
Correct installation ensures functionality. Poorly installed units are easier to find, suffer power issues, or lose signal. Trackerfit’s trained engineers install discreetly and verify each system 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 varies—some travel year-round, others store seasonally, and some go abroad. Trackerfit offers different solutions including:
- Subscription-based monitored systems
- Discreet, self-monitored options
- No-subscription trackers
Advice is tailored based on your vehicle use, storage location, and response preference.
Safeguard Your Motorhome Investment
A tracker adds realistic protection through visibility, early alerts, and a greater recovery chance if the vehicle is taken.
View the full range online or speak to the check here Trackerfit team on 0800 756 5100 for advice specific to your needs.