For many owners, a motorhome is a substantial financial investment, often saved for over years. It enables freedom for holidays, extended trips, and escapes, yet it also represents one of the most valuable possessions beyond their property.
In contrast to typical vehicles, motorhomes are often stored off-site, 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 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, override security, and remove a vehicle without drawing attention.
Once stolen, physical security is useless—there’s no way to know its location. This is the gap trackers are designed to fill.
What Makes Motorhomes Attractive to Thieves
Motorhomes are lucrative assets that are relatively easy to move, making them appealing to theft rings. Upon gaining entry, basic security can be bypassed in minutes with relay tools or cloned keys.
In many cases, these vehicles are stored in industrial units or moved 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 transmit location data. 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 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 is less susceptible to signal blocking and works via a proprietary MESH system, 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.
Protecting During Inactivity
Motorhomes often remain parked for long durations, especially in winter. Trackerfit offers low-power consumption systems that continue tracking 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.
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 TASSA-approved engineers install discreetly and test performance before handover.
Installation can take place at your convenience, on-site, or during purchase. Most fittings are available without long waits.
Tailoring Protection to Your Usage
Motorhome use differs—some travel year-round, others store seasonally, and some go abroad. Trackerfit offers different solutions including:
- Subscription-based monitored systems
- Discreet, self-monitored options
- One-time purchase systems
Guidance is provided based on your travel habits, storage location, and response preference.
Safeguard Your Motorhome Investment
A tracker adds practical defence through visibility, rapid detection, and a greater recovery chance if the vehicle is taken.
View the full range click here online or speak to the Trackerfit team on 0800 756 5100 for advice tailored to your motorhome.