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The realm of vehicle security can seem complex, but when it comes to protecting your vehicle, understanding the best tracking options, or which tracking option is right for you, is vital. In this article, we will unravel the mysteries of S7 and S5 trackers, outlining what they are, their applications,
the differences between the two and why in the case of tracking systems, a higher number (S7 vs S5) doesn’t mean more security. Vehicle trackers, which are usually hardwired to your vehicle’s electrical system, or battery powered, have become increasingly essential on our society. With upwards of 120,000 vehicles stolen every year in the UK (one every five minutes,) trackers provide not just peace of mind, but tangible security benefits, potentially saving vehicle owners from substantial financial losses.
Stolen Vehicle trackers are sophisticated devices that use location based technology to monitor a vehicle’s location. This can be via GPS, VHF, Cellular Triangulation, Bluetooth or other technologies. They provide real-time tracking capabilities, and in the unfortunate event of a vehicle theft, play a pivotal role in swift recovery
In an age where vehicle theft rates are worryingly high, Stolen Vehicle Trackers can be seen as essential for almost anyone, however specific groups are more likely to require tracking as a condition of their insurance, or to mitigate an enhanced risk due to their vehicle.
High value vehicles are a tempting prospect for car thieves. With their high resale value, high cost of parts, high insurance costs and being desirable status symbols, those with high value cars, over £50,000 are often targets of vehicle theft.
A unique vehicle can also be high value, but it doesn’t have to be. Unique vehicles can be relatively cost effective classics, but with scarcity of parts, these vehicles are often the target of thieves looking to sell parts on the black market.
Some parts of the UK are more prone to vehicle theft than others, and often it doesn’t matter the value of the car. those living in higher risk areas may be required by their insurance to obtain a stolen vehicle tracker as the condition of insurance due to the increased chance of falling victim to a theft.
This year, we compiled a list of the highest theft areas in the UK. Click here to read now
Public figures, celebrities, or individuals who may be at a higher risk of targeted theft due to their status or prominence.
Unfortunately, if you’ve been a victim of theft in the past, you are statistically more likely to become a victim of theft again in the future. These people may require Stolen Vehicle Tracking as a condition of their insurance, or indeed for their own peace of mind.
Thatcham Research, a name you will frequently encounter when researching Stolen Vehicle Trackers is a UK-based motor insurers’ automotive research centre. Known for setting vehicle safety and security standards, Thatcham provides classification for alarm systems, immobilisers, and Stolen Vehicle Tracking systems. For Stolen Vehicle Tracking systems there are two main classifications – S7 and S5.
Designed for a wide range of vehicles, S7 trackers provide an essential level of of tracking services that many insurers recognise
S7 Trackers can locate your vehicle anywhere in the country, and in the case of Trackstar can be located anywhere across Europe, North America, Australia and New Zealand using a network of national service providers, offering recovery and police liaison support in all major European Languages
When a theft is reported, or automatically recognised by the Stolen Vehicle Tracker, the tracking company can monitor your vehicle’s location in real-time.
S7 Stolen Vehicle Trackers can detect when your vehicle is being towed, lifted or otherwise moved without ignition, sending an immediate alert to the emergency monitoring centre.
S5 Stolen Vehicle Trackers, on the other hand offer a higher level of security and are often required for more high-value or lucity vehicles. S5 trackers can do everything the S7 can do however they have the addition of Driver Recognition.
Designed to counteract Relay Attack or other keyless methods of vehicle theft, S5 Tracking systems offer enhanced security by identifying when a vehicle is being driven by an unauthorised user. An immediate theft alert is sent, vastly increasing the chances of a successful recovery.
At Trackstar, we have created an array of thoughtfully designed Stolen Vehicle Tracking products, with your vehicle and your lifestyle in mind. As part of our commitment to sustainability, with our EcoEV and Leisure products, your purchase plants 10 trees, offsetting over a ton of carbon throughout the trees’ lifetime.
If you think you would benefit from the added protection of a Stolen Vehicle Tracker, take a look below.
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