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 stands as one of the most valuable possessions beyond their property.
In contrast to typical vehicles, motorhomes are often stored off-site, unattended for extended periods, and located where oversight is limited. These factors increase the risk to organised theft.
Why Locks and Alarms Aren’t Enough
At Trackerfit, many owners assume their motorhome is secure due to having locks, alarms, or secure storage. Yet, thefts often occur despite such measures. Experienced criminals can disable alarms, defeat locks, and remove a vehicle without drawing attention.
After the vehicle is moved, physical security is useless—there’s no way to know its location. This is the gap trackers are built to fill.
What Makes Motorhomes Attractive to Thieves
Motorhomes are lucrative assets that are mobile, 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 stored in industrial units or moved across regions to avoid recovery. Unless tracking is in place, owners are left guessing.
How a Tracker Improves Recovery
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. 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 continuous oversight 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 assets are equipped to detect VHF signals, enabling law enforcement to actively locate stolen vehicles 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 remotely check location and receive alerts of any movement.
This is particularly useful for vehicles kept in rural storage, farms, or other less monitored locations.
Installation Matters
Correct installation affects reliability. Poorly installed units can be spotted by thieves, drain batteries, 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 a range of options including:
- Monitored trackers with subscriptions
- Self-managed units
- No-subscription trackers
Advice is tailored based on your travel habits, 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 more info on 0800 756 5100 for advice tailored to your motorhome.