To many people, 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 frequently kept away from home, left unused for prolonged 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 quietly and swiftly.
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 mobile, making them prime targets to theft rings. Upon gaining entry, 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. 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 before it is hidden or dismantled.
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 cannot be jammed easily and works via a proprietary MESH system, allowing signals to bounce 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, on-site, or during purchase. Most fittings are available without long waits.
Tailoring Protection to Your Usage
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
- One-time purchase systems
Guidance is provided based on your vehicle use, storage location, and response preference.
Safeguard Your Motorhome Investment
A tracker adds realistic protection through visibility, rapid detection, and a clear response route 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.