For many owners, 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 coordinated 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, defeat locks, and remove a vehicle without drawing attention.
After the vehicle is moved, physical security is useless—there’s no tracking unless technology is in place. This is the security blind spot trackers are built to fill.
What Makes Motorhomes Attractive to Thieves
Motorhomes are lucrative assets that are relatively easy to move, making them prime targets to theft rings. Once inside, alarm systems can be bypassed in minutes with relay tools or cloned keys.
In many cases, these vehicles are stored in industrial units or shifted across regions to evade detection. Without location data, owners are left guessing.
How a Tracker Improves Recovery
Trackers utilise GPS for positioning and GSM/GPRS to transmit location data. Should unauthorised movement occur, 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 motion detection, anti-tamper alerts, and geo-fencing. This gives owners peace of mind 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 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 intervene during recovery using this system.
Protecting During Inactivity
Motorhomes frequently sit idle, especially in winter. Trackerfit offers long-life systems that continue tracking even during inactivity. Owners can remotely check location and receive alerts 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 affects reliability. 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, in storage, or at a dealership. 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
Guidance is provided based on your travel habits, storage location, and desired recovery response.
Safeguard Your Motorhome Investment
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 the more info Trackerfit team on 0800 756 5100 for advice tailored to your motorhome.