For many owners, a motorhome is a substantial financial investment, built up through long-term savings. It enables freedom for holidays, longer journeys, and escapes, yet it also represents one of the costliest possessions beyond their property.
In contrast to typical vehicles, motorhomes are often stored off-site, left unused for prolonged periods, and located where oversight is limited. These factors increase the risk to organised 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.
Once stolen, physical security is irrelevant—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 high-value assets that are relatively easy to move, making them appealing to theft rings. Once inside, alarm systems can be bypassed in minutes with electronic devices or replicated fobs.
In many cases, these vehicles are hidden in industrial units or shifted across regions to avoid recovery. Unless tracking is in place, owners are left guessing.
How a Tracker Improves Recovery
Trackers utilise 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 motion detection, 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 frequently sit idle, 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 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 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 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.
Protect What Matters
A tracker adds practical defence through visibility, early alerts, 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.