For many owners, a motorhome is a substantial financial investment, often saved for over years. 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 coordinated theft.
Why Locks and Alarms Aren’t Enough
At Trackerfit, many owners believe their motorhome is secure due to having locks, alarms, or secure storage. Yet, thefts often occur despite such measures. Sophisticated thieves can disable alarms, defeat locks, and remove a vehicle quietly and swiftly.
Once stolen, physical security is irrelevant—there’s no way to know its location. This is the gap trackers are built to fill.
Why Motorhomes Are Targeted
Motorhomes are lucrative assets that are relatively easy to move, making them appealing to theft rings. Upon gaining entry, alarm systems can be quickly defeated with electronic devices or cloned keys.
Often, these vehicles are stored in industrial units or shifted across regions to evade detection. Unless tracking is in place, 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. Acting quickly 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 when away for weeks.
Alternative Tracking Tech
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.
Why Trackers Matter When Stationary
Motorhomes frequently sit idle, especially in winter. Trackerfit offers long-life systems that remain active 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 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 quick to arrange.
Choosing the Right Tracker
Motorhome use varies—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
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 online or speak to website the Trackerfit team on 0800 756 5100 for advice tailored to your motorhome.