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With mobile phones being our go-to-gadget companions in the modern world, with many of us having our phone on our person, or at least within arm’s reach pretty much all of the time, it makes sense to have the use of an intelligent mobile tracking app, compatible with your car tracker...

With the number of car thefts in the UK totalling a whopping 113,037 in 2018, it's no wonder that drivers are keener than ever to protect their vehicles. Many motorists are now fitting their cars with tracking devices so that their vehicles can be located and recovered in the event of theft. Some newer cars even have these tracking devices factory fitted as standard, but how much protection do they really offer? Can they be disabled by thieves? 

Having a car tracker has several benefits. In fact, your insurer will ask whether you have it installed when buying car insurance. But how exactly does a tracker device work?

On January 1st, 2019, Thatcham introduced two new tracker categories which replace the original CAT 5, 6 & 7 categories. The reason for the change is to help counteract the growing trend of car key theft/cloning and relay crime which is sweeping the country.

The new categories are labelled S5 and S7 but what are the differences between them and how do they compare to the original categories?

The compact nature of motorcycles is certainly one of their main advantages, but, it can also have some downsides, namely that it makes motorbikes easier to steal. There are however several precautions that motorbike owners can take in order to protect their pride and joy from falling into the hands of thieves...

Many people are shunning holidays abroad in lieu of holidaying in the UK. Popular choices for many travel-seekers include motorhomes and caravans which allow them the flexibility of travelling with their necessities and home comforts, wherever they want to go to.

At Trackerfit, we have heard an overwhelming number of stories involving "relay theft". Our aim is to assist all UK citizens to protect their vehicles effectively. While relay theft is widely covered in the media, many still don't know what it is and how to protect themselves against it. 

You've signed the paperwork, written the cheque, and now they've handed you the keys. You can't wait to finally drive off as the proud owner of a BMW... but, you're forgetting one important detail! A BMW tracker – an essential addition to your vehicle that will save you money in the long term and give you continual peace of mind.

If you’re considering purchasing a car tracker, no doubt you’ll want to find out more about their benefits… well, you’re in the right place! Keep reading to find out what you need to know before buying a tracker.

There’s no way around it; car theft can be a big problem, particularly if you drive a car such as a Mercedes Benz, BMW or Audi. It’s important to take precautions to protect your car, and one of the most effective ways to do it is with a GPS tracker.