To many people, a motorhome is a major financial investment, often saved for over years. It enables freedom for holidays, longer journeys, and getaways, yet it also represents one of the costliest possessions beyond their property.
Unlike cars, motorhomes are frequently kept away from home, left unused for extended periods, and located where oversight is limited. These factors heighten vulnerability 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, 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 lucrative assets that are mobile, 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 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.
Early response is vital. Prompt action 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 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 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 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 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 shared facilities.
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 verify each system before handover.
Installation can take place at home, on-site, 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:
- Monitored trackers with subscriptions
- Discreet, self-monitored options
- 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 realistic protection through visibility, rapid detection, 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.