To many people, a motorhome is a major financial investment, built up through long-term savings. It enables freedom for holidays, extended trips, and escapes, yet it also stands as one of the most valuable possessions beyond their property.
Unlike cars, motorhomes are frequently kept away from home, unattended for prolonged periods, and parked in remote locations. These factors increase the risk to coordinated theft.
Why Locks and Alarms Aren’t Enough
At Trackerfit, many owners assume their motorhome is secure because it is locked or alarmed. Yet, thefts frequently happen despite such measures. Experienced criminals can disable alarms, defeat locks, and remove a vehicle without drawing attention.
Once stolen, physical security is useless—there’s no tracking unless technology is in place. This is the gap trackers are designed to fill.
Why Motorhomes Are Targeted
Motorhomes are lucrative assets that are mobile, making them prime targets to theft rings. Upon gaining entry, basic security can be bypassed in minutes with relay tools or cloned keys.
Often, these vehicles are hidden in industrial units or moved across regions to avoid recovery. Unless tracking is in place, owners are left guessing.
Trackers: How They Work
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.
Speed matters. Prompt action greatly increases the chance of recovering the vehicle while still mobile.
Modern trackers offer additional features like movement alerts, anti-tamper alerts, and location-based security zones. This gives continuous oversight even during long-term storage.
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 unique network, allowing signals to bounce 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 remotely check location 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 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 home, in storage, or at a dealership. Most fittings are quick to arrange.
Choosing the Right Tracker
Motorhome use varies—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 desired recovery response.
Protect What Matters
A tracker adds realistic protection through visibility, early alerts, and a clear response route if the vehicle is taken.
View the full range online or speak to more info the Trackerfit team on 0800 756 5100 for advice specific to your needs.