To many people, a motorhome is a substantial financial investment, often saved for over years. It offers flexibility for holidays, extended trips, and getaways, yet it also stands as one of the most valuable 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 increase the risk to coordinated theft.
False Sense of Security
At Trackerfit, many owners believe their motorhome is secure due to having locks, alarms, or secure storage. Yet, thefts often occur despite such measures. Experienced criminals can bypass alarms, override security, and remove a vehicle without drawing attention.
After the vehicle is moved, physical security is irrelevant—there’s no tracking unless technology is in place. This is the gap trackers are built to fill.
What Makes Motorhomes Attractive to Thieves
Motorhomes are high-value assets that are mobile, making them prime targets to theft rings. Once inside, basic security can be bypassed in minutes with electronic devices or cloned keys.
In many cases, these vehicles are hidden in industrial units or moved across regions to evade detection. Unless tracking is in place, owners must rely on luck.
How a Tracker Improves Recovery
Trackers utilise GPS for positioning and GSM/GPRS to transmit location data. If the motorhome moves without permission, alerts are triggered either directly or via a monitoring centre.
Early response is vital. Acting quickly greatly increases the chance of recovering the vehicle while still mobile.
Modern trackers offer additional features like movement alerts, tamper notifications, and location-based security zones. This gives owners peace of mind 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 bounce 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.
Protecting During Inactivity
Motorhomes often remain parked for long durations, especially in winter. Trackerfit offers long-life systems that remain active even during inactivity. Owners can remotely check location and receive alerts of any movement.
This is particularly important for vehicles kept in compounds, farms, or other shared facilities.
Why Professional Fitting Is Crucial
Correct installation ensures functionality. Poorly installed units can be spotted by thieves, drain batteries, or struggle with connectivity. Trackerfit’s TASSA-approved 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.
Choosing the Right Tracker
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 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 check here the full range online or speak to the Trackerfit team on 0800 756 5100 for advice tailored to your motorhome.