To many people, a motorhome is a major financial investment, built up through long-term savings. It offers flexibility for holidays, extended trips, and escapes, yet it also represents one of the costliest 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 heighten vulnerability 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 frequently happen 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 irrelevant—there’s no way to know its location. This is the security blind spot trackers are built to fill.
What Makes Motorhomes Attractive to Thieves
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 electronic devices or replicated fobs.
In many cases, these vehicles are stored in industrial units or shifted across regions to evade detection. Without location data, owners must rely on luck.
Trackers: How They Work
Trackers utilise 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. Acting quickly greatly increases the chance of recovering the vehicle before it is hidden or dismantled.
Modern trackers offer additional features like movement alerts, anti-tamper alerts, and geo-fencing. This gives continuous oversight 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 unique network, allowing signals to relay 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 verify position and receive alerts of any movement.
This is particularly useful for vehicles kept in compounds, farms, or other less monitored locations.
Why Professional Fitting Is Crucial
Correct installation ensures functionality. 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 differs—some travel year-round, others store seasonally, and some go abroad. Trackerfit offers different solutions including:
- Subscription-based monitored systems
- 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 practical defence through visibility, rapid detection, and a greater recovery chance if the vehicle is taken.
View the full range online or speak to motorhome trackers the Trackerfit team on 0800 756 5100 for advice specific to your needs.