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In 2021, almost 48,500 cars were stolen. Whilst this is still high, it is significantly lower than pre-pandemic levels, with over 58,000 cars stolen in 2019 alone! So why the decrease? It’s simple, better anti-theft technology. That includes home security cameras, car immobilisers and, of course, car trackers. Find out more about our best anti-theft car trackers below.

Whilst browsing for a car tracker, you’ve probably came across the words ‘Thatcham approved’ quite a lot. You’ve also probably seen ‘category S5’, ‘category S7’ and even out-dated ‘category 6’ car trackers, but may have no idea what it all means!

Car trackers provide car owners with an unrivaled level of security, but can come with a hefty price tag. The costs of purchasing a car tracker have to be weighed up against the costs of a stolen car, as well as the potential to lower car insurance rates. Below, we’ll break down how much a car tracker costs and why, and provide a list of car trackers to suit every budget.

Whether you own a prestigious new E-Class or a vintage beauty, a Mercedes-Benz is a hefty investment which requires protection against theft. Whilst most modern Mercedes-Benz have pre-installed GPS tracking, this doesn’t afford the same level of security as a Thatcham approved car tracker.

Spring is right around the corner and after a long, cold winter you’re probably itching to hit the road again in your motorhome!There’s nothing quite like the freedom of finishing work on a Friday and jumping in your motorhome to head off to your little slice of heaven. That’s why it’s important to protect your motorhome with a tracker, so you can sleep easy knowing that your pride and joy is protected.

We live in an age where there’s an app for everything: an app to order food, an app to book a hotel, an app to show you what you’ll look like in 50 years time… and an app to track your car. We’ve rounded up some of the best Thatcham approved car trackers with an app, so that you will always know where your car is.

According to the latest data from Tracker, the Range Rover Sport was the most recovered stolen vehicle in 2021. Whilst the news about the high number of thefts may be unwelcome, this data does show the value of having a car tracker installed.

If you’ve been looking for a car tracker for a while now, you’ve probably noticed that most car trackers require a subscription to activate it. This may be frustrating to car owners who don’t want ongoing payments, and simply want a one-time purchase to protect their car. Keep reading to find out why most car trackers require a subscription and we’ll give you a few subscription-free choices at the end.

TrackerFit has a team of Thatcham approved expert installers who will fit any car tracker purchased from us for FREE, at a time and place of your convenience. How about that for service? Keep reading to find out more about how we fit car trackers and what you can expect.

Car thieves are becoming more and more sophisticated, which means simply leaving your car keys out of sight isn’t enough any more. We’ve rounded up some of our top tips for keeping your vehicle safe in 2022.