For many owners, a motorhome is a substantial financial investment, built up through long-term savings. 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 parked in remote locations. These factors heighten vulnerability to organised theft.
False Sense of Security
At Trackerfit, many owners believe their motorhome is secure because it is locked or alarmed. Yet, thefts often occur despite such measures. Experienced criminals can disable alarms, override security, 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 designed to fill.
What Makes Motorhomes Attractive to Thieves
Motorhomes are lucrative assets that are relatively easy to move, making them appealing 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 must rely on luck.
Trackers: How They Work
Trackers use 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 while still mobile.
Modern trackers offer additional features like movement alerts, tamper notifications, and location-based security zones. This gives owners peace of mind even during long-term storage.
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 continue tracking even during inactivity. Owners can verify position and get notified of any movement.
This is particularly important for vehicles kept in compounds, farms, or other shared facilities.
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 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 different solutions including:
- Subscription-based monitored systems
- Discreet, self-monitored options
- 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 motorhome trackers to the Trackerfit team on 0800 756 5100 for advice specific to your needs.