As we become more attuned to our responsibility in the battle to reverse the environmental impact of climate change, the increase in sales of electric vehicles is clear to see. Whilst the difference they make to the overall picture is still up for debate, there’s no denying that they do help. They reduce carbon emissions and have lower running costs than their fossil-fuel-guzzling counterparts.

With more and more people choosing to buy fully electric cars, thoughts will invariably turn to the best devices for those vehicles to keep them secured. Here we are going to look at the best trackers for your electric vehicle and the benefits they can give you.

With over 300,000 electric vehicles already on the road, a number that is rising every year, and forthcoming legislation effectively eliminating petrol and diesel cars over the next decade or so, electric cars are going to become the norm. Their range will increase, the price will come down and the battery technology will mature to a point where we won’t think twice about buying one, so thieves will not think twice about stealing one.

Electric cars have become an attractive option for car thieves because their market value remains high. They also benefit from quieter engines, so they are easier to steal without arousing suspicion of those nearby. Add in their keyless entry systems, something that’s common on almost all new cars whether they’re electric or not, and it’s no surprise that their insurance premiums have increased.  One way to counteract that is by having a vehicle tracker installed, but which one?

One of the best trackers for your electric vehicle comes from a company you might not immediately associate with car security and that’s Vodafone.

Vodafone Trackers for EV’s: 

Formerly known as Cobra, Vodafone, and their Protect and Connect S5 (and S7) VTS car trackers are manufactured under their Vodafone Automotive brand. These Thatcham-approved trackers are insurance-approved and come with all the features you would expect. Things like low battery and motion alerts work hand-in-hand with a 24-hour control centre. Not to mention GPS and GSM blocking alerts make these devices fantastic value for money.

In order to achieve Thatcham’s highly sought after S5/5 accreditation, the S5 version includes Automatic Driver Recognition tags which means the system disarms when the tag is near but, more importantly, alerts the control centre if the vehicle is moved without it being in proximity.

On top of that, their real power is the ‘My Connected Car’ feature that puts a whole host of powerful features right at your fingertips. Even if you buy it now and don’t have an electric car, you can easily transfer it when you finally take the plunge.

Don’t be fooled by the branding, Vodafone Automotive is the only tracking brand that has been approved by the giant Volkswagen Audi Group. A real mark of confidence for anyone looking to buy into the eco-system.

Another fantastic tracker for your electric car is the Locate system from Tracker.  Even if thieves do overcome all the security features of the device, there’s nowhere to hide with this fitted to your car.

This is truly a top of the line product from an industry-leading company. It users three different technologies to help track your car to make the chances of recovery so much higher.  It combines VHF, GSM and GPS to pinpoint your stolen vehicle and, thanks to those technologies, help you find it whether it’s hidden in an underground car park, locked garage or even a shipping container. The control centre will be able to find the exact location of the car to ensure it is returned to you as quickly as possible.

You can buy both of these trackers on our web store, but they’re not the only trackers suitable. We pride ourselves in offering devices that suit all cars, all makes and for all budgets. Whether your car is electric or not, the prices won’t give you a shock.

SmarTrack Protector Pro Global

The other fantastic GPS tracker we’d recommend for your EV is the Protector Pro Global from industry-leading security company SmarTrack.

This is one of the best-selling trackers we have on the site and its for good reason. Not only does its feature-rich specification appeal to all car owners, its incredibly well priced for a tracker with this many inclusions.

One of its key features, and is given away by its name, is its ability to track worldwide. As car theft and ‘stealing to order’ are now commonplace, your electric car is just as likely to end up half-way around the world if its stolen, but with the Protector Pro, that’s no longer a problem thanks to its internal aerials.

Of course, you get the same level of notifications for things like low battery, motion and battery disconnect, but you also have the peace of mind offered by the 24-hour control centre and its GPS tracking technology, in addition to the GPRS, GSM and LBS to make sure there’s no hiding place for this car.

Whether you’ve already taken the plunge and bought an electric vehicle or you’re just thinking about it, keeping it secure should always be part of the decision making process. Keeping it secure with a car tracker should be just as important a decision. Car security might not save the planet, but it swill ave you from the heartbreak of losing your ‘current’ car.

Land Rover is a name that has, over the years, become synonymous with quality, long-lasting and solidly built cars. In recent years, they have moved away from only being connected with being the hard-working heart of the farming community and become a prestige brand.

Today they’re known as Jaguar Land Rover and, not surprisingly manufacture the Jaguar and Land Rover cars, which includes the Range Rover, Discovery, and Defender models. 

Over the last decade or so, these three brands alone have changed the face of motoring. They have become status symbols and are now the go-to cars of those who appreciate the finer things in life. From footballers to families, farmers are no longer the only ones rocking a Land Rover-produced vehicle.

If you have one of Land Rovers range of vehicles, you will want to keep it secured, but which is the best car tracker for Land Rovers, whether you have a Range Rover, Discovery, or Defender model? The choice is wide, but which will suit you best? Let’s take a look.

Trackstar for Land Rover:

Of the huge range of vehicle trackers that are available, not only in our online store but across the market in general, the two best suited for the Land Rover range of cars are two from the same family, namely the Range Rover S7 and the S5, both from TrackStar.

TrackStar systems are all Thatcham-approved and as a company already actively monitor over a quarter of a million vehicles across the UK and Europe, so you can be assured of your vehicle being in safe hands.

As you would expect, the two trackers do share some features and functionality that are common to each off them, regardless of which one you choose. 

They are both approved by the insurance industry and, more importantly, both approved by Land Rover themselves for use in their Range Rover, Land Rover and Jaguar models. They both give you functionality at the tip of your fingers through their smartphone app, with both geofencing and journey player built in. In addition, both of them are easily transferable from one vehicle to another. For all their commonality, there are some key differences you should consider.

Whilst it might seem counter-intuitive, the S5 is the higher specification of the two. The name refers to Thatcham’s own categorisation, with the S5 (formerly just ‘5’) being the highest classification they offer. Products deemed to be S5 have the most security features and are mandated by the insurance companies to be fitted to vehicles over a certain value, something Land Rovers will have no problem meeting.

The main difference between the two is that the S5 includes Driver Recognition tags. These tags form part of their driver identification system. These tags will disarm the vehicle when they are in proximity to the vehicle. Users can carry them around or attach them to their keys and will act as additional security measure. Should the vehicle be moved without the tag being close by, the 24-hour control centre is informed. 

Regardless of which one you choose, protecting your Land Rover should be your priority. Whether you pick the TrackStar S5 or the S7, or any of the other incredible trackers we have in store, you’re sure to be overjoyed with your choice.

When it comes to quality vehicles, few have had the history or reputation for luxury than Jaguar. From their classic sports cars of yesteryear, to the modern SUV and saloons beloved of people around the world, keeping your Jag secured is going to be a priority.

Here we are going to look at the best car trackers for Jaguar cars so you can make sure your incredible Jag stays where you need it to be.

Jaguar has always been a Brand:

Associated with luxury vehicles. They have produced incredible cars as far back as 1922 when they were known as The Swallow Sidecar Company. The first Jaguar-branded car first appeared in 1935, but it wasn’t until the classic E-Type arrived in 1961 that their iconic status was truly achieved.

Over the decades their range of cars has become modern design classics, from sports cars like the E-Type and F-Type through to their classically-shaped saloons like the XJ-6 and XJS, they have brought some incredible cars to market and still do. At one point, their XJ220 was the fastest production car in the world.

Despite some business difficulties where the brand name bounced around different manufacturers, they were relaunched by Tata Motors, under the Land Rover Jaguar brand, in 2008. Since then they have become synonymous with quality cars once again and their popularity as sky-rocketed.

When you’re looking at securing your Jaguar, the best place to start is with the range of trackers from Trackstar. Whilst there are plenty to choose from, Trackstar are the only company that Jaguar themselves approve when it comes to stolen vehicle tracking and recovery.  

The two we would recommend from them include the Trackstar S5 and S7 models. Both offer you a tracker that is insurance and Thatcham-approved, and both are backed by a 24/7 control centre with European coverage and all the alerts you would expect, including low battery, motion, and battery disconnection.

The main difference is that the S5, which represents Thatcham’s highest security classification, comes with Driver ID tags that provide an extra layer of security to your Jaguar (or any other car it’s fitted too). This feature means that, if the tags aren’t in close proximity to the car when it is moved, the alarm is triggered and you are immediately informed through the associated app.

Given we all have a smartphone in our pockets now, another fantastic feature of these trackers is the control they give you through their app. Simply download the iOS or Android app and you can harness much of their trackers functionality and power. It puts the control right at the tip of your fingers, literally. 

With all the automative history, tradition, and class that comes with driving a Jaguar car, keeping it secure should be a no-brainer. As much pride as you feel driving around behind the wheel of one of these incredible cars, losing it would be devastating. That’s why fitting one of these trackers to your Jag should be obvious.

Whether you choose one of these trackers from Trackstar, or any other manufacturer that we stock, you can get it fitted anywhere in the UK at a time and place that suits you. Our dedicated team of fitters will give you peace of mind that should come as standard when driving a Jaguar, whether it’s a classic from the past or one of their latest models, there will be one that’s purr-fect for you.

Since its launch way back in 1970, the Range Rover has established itself as a true icon of the road. From the 1st generation to the latest 4th generation models, the Range Rover has always been comfortable existing as the perfect mix of practically and luxury.

Their sheer size and status has made them de-rigour amongst those looking to take the road in a vehicle that has become a true modern-day classic. As they became synonymous with wealth and stature, the Range Rover became popular with scumbags who didn’t want to put the work in to buy one, and would much rather steal to order. Thankfully, there is a way to fight back with a vehicle tracker and we’ve got some amazing devices for you.

Let’s take a look at a couple of the very best Range Rover tracking devices on the market today, all of which you can get from us here at Infiniti Tracking.

Range Rover Trackstar S7

Trackstar are one of the most reputable companies in the vehicle tracking field. In fact their products currently monitor over 200,000 vehicles across the UK and Europe, so you know you’re in good hands. Their Trackstar S7 is actually their most popular product and with good reason.

It’s a Thatcham-approved tracking system, but not only that, it’s also insurance and police approved and is trusted by many vehicle manufacturers, including Range Rover, Land Rover and Jaguar. It’s the ONLY tracking brand approved by Range Rover themselves here in the UK.

As you would expect, you get all the features you’d want; 24-hour control centre, battery back-up, battery disconnect, tow-away, motion and low battery alerts, all managed via Trackstar’s own smartphone app. Should you transfer to another Range Rover, or any other vehicle, you can easily move the system to your new car.

This system really does put you in control of your own vehicle’s security and gives you the peace of mind with a wealth of features lesser systems can only dream of.

Range Rover Trackstar S5

For you Range Rover drivers, you know all about high quality and they really don’t come much higher than this; the Trackstar S5.

As with their previous offering the S7, the S5 builds on the incredible range of features in that model and takes it to the next level. The S5 uses driver recognition tags to add another layer of security for your Rover. The tags, of which you get two, act as an ID for the tracking and, once they are in proximity of the vehicle, the device disarms. Should the vehicle be moved without the tags being nearby, then an alert is sent to the control centre, which operates 24/7 and you get an alert via the Trackstar app on your phone

Naturally, the S5 is a feature-rich tracker in addition to those ID tags. You get European coverage, battery back-up, GPS, and GSM tracking technology in addition to a wealth of alerts from low battery, motion, and battery disconnect. You really can’t get much better than this incredible device to keep your Range Rover exactly where you left it.

There are few better feelings than being out on the open road. Whether you’re driving the latest in motor vehicular technology or a classic from yesteryear, having miles of open road ahead of you feels amazing, but what if you could improve that?

What if you could achieve that sensation and not have to worry about getting home again at the end of the day. Welcome to the world of motorhomes.

Motorhomes come in all shapes and sizes, from the classic VW Camper van from yesteryear, to the modern-day RVs that come with all the luxuries of modern living on board. Being able to head out knowing everything you need comes with you is an incredible feeling. Unfortunately, it’s also a magnet for thieves.

When it comes to securing your motorhome, trackers aren’t just there for when things go wrong. Vehicle trackers can also provide you with a level of safety and security that you might not have considered.

Motorhome trackers are always going to come to the fore to help you pinpoint your motorhome should it be stolen (and insurance companies know this), but they can also benefit your safety and that of the vehicle regardless. Let’s look at how a tracking device can help keep you and your vehicle safe.

Any tracking device worth its salt will do more than just let you know when your vehicle is stolen. Motorhomes, camper vans and caravans for that matter are going to be a serious financial investment for most of us, so you need to protect it as best you can. Furthermore, most insurance companies will insist that a Thatcham-approved tracker is installed as a condition of the policy.

Thatcham category S7 systems like the ScorpionTrack DRIVER S7 ALS and the SmarTrack Motorhome Protector both offer a great starting point when it comes to motorhome security. They also give you crucial safety features like built-in battery backup and 24/7 control-room monitoring. All fantastically useful if you’re looking for that extra peace of mind.

As we move into the mid-range of devices such as the SmarTrack Trident, also Thatcham category S7, you begin to add features like geo-fence alerts. If you keep your motorhome stored away from your own home when you’re not using it, these add invaluable safety features knowing you can keep an eye on your motorhome even when it’s out of sight.

At the top of the tracking tree, you will find products like the MetaTrak S5-VTS and the ScorpionTrack DRIVER S5 VTS. Both of them provide another level of security through Driver ID tags. These fantastic pieces of technology will only disarm the system when they are nearby. This is a simple but highly effective safety feature that ensures your motorhome stays safely where you want it to be and makes you part of the system that’s protecting your pride and joy.

Having a motorhome is the perfect opportunity to take to the roads, see the world and treat the whole country as your own bedroom. In order to keep your vehicle and yourself safe you’ll need a tracking system fitted. It offers security to the motorhome itself and peace of mind to you, so you can rest assured that your RV is as safe as houses.

For all the technological advances we enjoy in the 21st century, so many of them are taken for granted. We don’t think twice about being able to connect to the world wide web from a small rectangle in our pockets, share our thoughts with the world or even how we can find a date without even meeting them. The same goes for car tracking and navigation.

Those of a certain age will remember that, not that long ago, the only way we got around an area we didn’t know was with a road atlas or an A-to-Z street map. Thankfully, technology came along and gave us satellite navigation and GPS trackers. They are phrases we will have all heard off, but what are they and how do they work? Let’s take a look.

The Global Positioning System, or GPS, was first created by the United States Government in 1973.  It was originally operated by just one satellite but, by 1993, there were 24 operational satellites in orbit. Fast forward to 2021 and there are now 31 flying high above us (including some fail-safes). This is known as the Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) network and it’s those satellites that communicate with your GPS device, whether it’s your tracker, your mobile phone or the Sat Nav system in your car, to pinpoint your location and get you where you want to be.

At first GPS was purely a military tool, but by the 1980s it was expanded to allow civilian projects by granting access to the Standard Positioning Service (SPS).  This change occurred following an incident in which a navigational error caused a Korean Airline flight flying from New York City, via Anchorage, Alaska, to Seoul in South Korea was mistakenly shot down by the Russian air force. Following this incident, in 1983, President Ronald Reagan started to open up the technology to the world at large and the GPS navigational devices that we know and love today soon followed.

GPS, at its core, is a system for simply knowing where something is on the planet. It works via a mathematical principle called trilateration, that comes in two ‘flavours’; 2D and 3D trilateration. This is often mistakenly defined as triangulation, but that measures angles, not distances.

As the satellite’s orbit the Earth (twice a day) each one of them broadcasts a unique microwave signal, its orbital parameters and the time. Your GPS device will read the signals from up to 6 of those 31 satellites above us. The signals received helps the unit to determine how far it is from each satellite, but the signal itself doesn’t contain enough information to accurately pinpoint the location.

As the signals are received, they create a ‘circle’ (because we live in a three-dimensional world, it’s technically a sphere) with a radius measured from the GPS device to the satellite. The more satellites it receives a signal from, the more ‘circles’ are created, each one helping to narrow down the location to where the circles intersect, like a virtual Venn diagram.

As the device moves, the distance to and from each satellite changes. It’s from these measurements that you can then calculate direction and velocity (i.e. speed), with each new transmission producing updated data in real-time so the device can be tracked. Take that signal, layer on top a geographical map via mapping software, and you get GPS tracking.

Like any sector, industry, or field, car tracking comes with its own set of acronyms, terminology, and jargon to enlighten and confuse. To the outsider, it might all sound like a jumble of letters and numbers, but there is some real science behind them all.

When it comes to vehicle tracking there are, generally speaking, two types of car trackers; those that use a GPS (Global Positioning System) signal and those that use a VHF signal, or Very High Frequency. That said, you can get some that are a hybrid of the two, but we’ll get to that later.

Most people are familiar with GPS, it’s in their smartphone, car sat-nav systems and smartwatches, but less is understood when it comes to VHF, at least in terms of car security, so let’s change that.

VHF has been used for an array of technological advances over the years that we take for granted. The original analogue television signal was a VHF (before we all shifted over to digital) and it has its own dedicated band for ships at sea called the Maritime Band. It’s also used by air traffic controllers, not to mention almost all military and commercial communication systems.

Because trackers need to be small enough to be placed covertly on your vehicle, their antenna needs to be short enough to accommodate their small footprint whilst still being able to transmit and receive signals.

VHF signals are the first wavelength which it is possible to broadcast. That means that frequencies on the VHF electromagnetic spectrum, anything between 30 and 300 MHz, can be transmitted over long distances. It’s this that makes them perfect for car tracking and a wealth of other applications that we have grown to depend on.

For all the hype and recognition around GPS and how it has become synonymous with car tracking and satellite navigation, the VHF signal is actually more dependable. In fact, every single one of the 52 police forces in the UK still use it.

When talking about car trackers, whereas GPS signals are on all the time, VHF signals are only triggered when the vehicle is stolen. It’s the VHF signal that allows stolen vehicles stored in shipping containers or underground car parks to be recovered more easily. This is because the VHF signal can penetrate brick, concrete or metal without being jammed, which is an issue that can affect some GPS / GSM only systems.

It’s for this reason that hybrid devices like the Tracker S5 Plus and Tracker Locate systems, both utilise both the GPS and VHF signals. In fact Tracker, the manufacturer of those two systems, is the only tracking company that provide both VHF and GPS signals in their products.

As a consumer, if you were choose either of those products, you get the benefits of both worlds whilst also reaping the advantages of the two combined. It’s because of this that they are two of the higher spec devices we sell in our online store, right here on the site.

We understand it can be daunting choosing the best vehicle tracker for you, it’s easy to mired in the terminology and acronyms, but it’s not a choice between good ones and bad, at least not with Infiniti Tracking, it comes down to best and better. Whichever one you choose from us, you can rest assured that you’ll be getting an incredible device that will give you peace of mind and that’s one a signal you get loud and clear.

Car trackers, like almost all other industries, have any number of suppliers who create the fantastic products companies like us here at Infiniti Tracking sell to you, our wonderful customers. Unlike most other industries, the manufacturers of these products aren’t judged on the number of products they sell, but rather the quality of the devices themselves and the trustworthiness of the companies that make them.

When it comes to car trackers and you think about their sole purpose, to track your vehicle in the event of it being stolen, it’s clearly an area where trustworthiness plays a key role. Here we are going to look at some of the most trusted car tracker suppliers in the UK.

ScorpionTrack

When it comes to trusted suppliers, you can’t have a list without including ScorpionTrack, part of the Scorpion Automotive family. Since they started in 1973, they have become the leading manufacturer of vehicle security systems from everything from cars and motorhomes to boats and HGVs.

Scorpion’s track record and reputation come from, not only their great products but from the fact that they have their own in-house team designing the hardware AND the software. Having full control of their devices means they can deliver incredible experiences to their users. Trackers like the DRIVER S5 VTS and S7 ALS deliver the highest quality at affordable prices.

When you consider that ScorpionTrack is not only one of the most trusted suppliers, they are also our most popular products, then the connection can’t be ignored.

SmarTrack

A relatively newcomer to the vehicle tracking arena is SmarTrack. Founded in 2005, SmarTrack have spent the last decade and more focused on becoming a market leader, thanks to their incredible range of products, all of which offer amazing features.

They work closely with financial and insurance companies to create a fleet management solution to add to their existing vehicle recovery credentials.

Their products cover the whole range and include the Protector Pro Global, Trident and the S5 D-iD. Check out some of their products in our store and we’re positive they’ll have something that suits your needs to perfection.

Trackstar

Originally starting to monitor vehicles way back in 2006 as RAC Trackstar, they have grown to become on of the most trusted brands in the vehicle tracking industry. Products like the Teletrac Trackstar S7 and S5 have seen them monitor more than a quarter of a million vehicles across the UK and Europe.

Their reputation is due, in no small part, to the fact that all of their systems are Thatcham approved and endorsed by all police forces across Europe, including the UK. Their MyTrackstar app opens up a world of vehicle tracking and puts control firmly in the palm of your hand.

Their standing doesn’t just come from their customers, but the fact that they are the only tracking supplier trusted by the car manufacturers themselves, including Ford, Land Rover, Jaguar and BMW. If it’s good enough for them, it’s good enough for us.

Meta Trak

The Meta Trak brand is designed and manufactured by Meta Systems. You may not have heard of them, but they are world’s number one producer of telematics technology. This has made them one of the largest producers of vehicle safety and tracking systems in the world. Not bad considering they have produced over 8 million devices since they launched in 2010.

Their reputation is further enhanced by the fact they were one of the first providers to achieve the prestigious S5 VTS accreditation, Thatcham’s latest approval standard. You can find that exact product right here in our store.

Tracker

Tracker is like the granddaddy of the vehicle tracking world. Founded way back in 1993, they have grown to become one of the most trusted companies in this field.

Their products have been fitted to over a million vehicles since they started, including cars, motorbikes, HGVs not to mention plant and construction equipment. The value of those recovered vehicles collectively is over £564 million!!!

Their products are fantastic because they are one of the few companies to use a combination of GSM, VHF and GPS tracking technology. This means their vehicles can be found, even if they are stored underground, in a garage or even a shipping container. This recovery success is based on their Tracker mesh network, which utilises the connection between all of their fitted devices to work together to ‘listen’, helping find your vehicle when it goes missing. You can experience how good their products are for yourself because their Monitor, S5 Plus and Locate products are all available right here in our store.

Vodafone Automotive

If you drive a Mercedes-Benz, then high-quality, high-performance and high levels of luxury are going to be qualities that you look for in all aspects of your life, including the vehicle you drive.

Sadly, your exquisite choice of car will also be admired by those looking to steal it. Even the most ardent car thief has taste it seems. Obviously you’ll want to keep your Mercedes away from those nefarious types, so for that you’ll need a tracking device for your Benz, but the market can be a little daunting at times. Don’t worry, here at Infiniti, we’ve got you covered.

Before we dive into the Mercedes trackers themselves, let’s look at what these devices installed on your Mercedes, or any make for that matter, are going to give you. A tracker will do more than just give you a fast and efficient location on the vehicle if it’s stolen, but just having it fitted can also help reduce your insurance premiums, avoid potential damage to the car, help you keep your no-claim bonus and save you a whole-load of hassle!

To help you navigate the various options when looking for a Mercedes tracking device, we’ve put together a list of the best ones on the market to suit all budgets, requirements and cars, so let’s take a look at what is going to keep your ‘Merc’ exactly where you want it.

ScorpionTrack DRIVER S7 ALS

The first one we’d recommend is the ScorpionTrack DRIVER S7 ALS. This tracker offers fantastic value for money and, unlike many other similar devices on the market at this price-point, it retains its insurance-approval status as a Thatcham category S7 device. ScorpionTrack have been working in this field since 1973, so their pedigree is well-established.

Not only is this tracker great value for money, the DRIVER S7 brings with it a host of fleet-tracking services that all come as standard. It comes with a free app for your smartphone and associated web software so you can track journey history and driver behaviour analysis. Perfect if you manage a fleet of company cars, but just as useful to keep your eye on how the other members of the family are treating the Merc. Add all of this to the European coverage, connection to a 24-hour control centre, tow away and tamper alerts and geofence alerts you also get, and the DRIVER S7 ALS stands out in any crowd.

SmarTrack Protector Pro Global

One of our most popular devices is the SmarTrack Protector Pro Global, another tracker that delivers incredible value for money whilst retaining a small physical footprint, but within its waterproof shell packs the latest GPS vehicle tracking technology and works beautifully on any Mercedes-Benz.

With 24-hour control centre access, smartphone functionality and European coverage, you can be sure that it will be worth every penny. It’s even transferable to a new vehicle, should you want to change cars in the future. With nationwide installation from a Thatcham-approved installer available, this is one of the best Mercedes trackers you can buy.

SmarTrack S5 D-iD

Our final choice is another amazing tracker from SmarTrack; the S5 D-iD. This one really is cutting edge because, instead of using driver tags synonymous with most S5 system, this one uses your own mobile phone and its biometric security to identify you as the driver of the vehicle.

This one really is the top of the tree when it comes to vehicle security and uses Thatcham’s strictest criteria when it comes to insurance approval (S5). Not only that, but this device leads the industry when it comes to protection from key theft, key cloning and relay theft. You won’t get better than this device at this price point so look no further.

For many people the Mercedes-Benz is the pinnacle of driving pleasure and if that’s you, then you want to protect your pride and joy. Any one of these trackers will work fantastically and after all, don’t you and your Benz deserve the best.

As modern cars become more technologically advanced, safer and more mechanically reliable, they are also increasingly catching the eye of those looking to take what isn’t theirs.

Car theft, despite what you might think, has been on the rise for many years. Whilst the car and its factory-fitted security has improved over time, it’s still a constant game of ‘cat and mouse’ for those looking to steal them. As alarms and car trackers get better, so too do those looking to find new ways around their circuitry.

It’s no longer enough to just make a noise to stop a theft, thanks to advances in GPS technology, you can now track your cars whereabouts, whether it has been stolen or not, thanks to a tracker.

If you’ve been looking to buy a tracker for your vehicle, and especially if you’ve taken a look at our huge range here at Infiniti, you’ll soon realise that buying the right one isn’t that easy. As with anything, there are a number of factors to consider, so let’s take a look at what they are.

Vehicle trackers allow their owners to see the location of the car, truck or motorbike on a map wherever it is. This is obviously a massive bonus if it’s been stolen and are looking to recover it, but just as useful generally.

Real-Time Tracking:

One of the biggest factors to consider when buying a device is its real-time tracking ability. Being able to see its location on a map in real-time allows you to know exactly where it is at any one time. It’s important to remember that not all trackers on the market offer real-time tracking; some only ‘ping’ the device intermittently, and some only at pre-determined intervals.

In addition, you want a tracker that can connect to a number of satellites, rather than just a few. This will not only improve the accuracy of the device, but also give you a quicker ‘time-to-first-fix’. Also, because trackers use a SIM card, just like your mobile phone, to pinpoint their location, you might need to consider one that has a roaming ability, should the vehicle be taken internationally.

Price:

Like anything in life, the cost of a tracker will generally reflect the quality of the device and the features within it. So, if cost is an important variable for you, here are some ways to get the most for your money.

With many of the best trackers, the cost of buying it doesn’t end with the initial purchase. Because car trackers utilise the mobile phone network for communication and are connected to 24/7 control centres with trained staff, most insurance-approved tracking systems will come with a monthly or annual fee to ensure you can always find your vehicle should the worst happen. It’s important to bear this in mind when you’re shopping for a tracker. When you think of the hassle and upset that comes with a loss of a vehicle, you’ll realise that a tracking subscription is money well spent.

Design:

Whilst many trackers share many features, they’re not always created equally from a design perspective. You want one that’s easy to use, but durable and robust enough to weather everything the outside world can throw at it.

When you consider the design of a tracker, think about its battery life, how water resistant it is, the build quality, and how easy it is to use. Ease of use should not only take into account your day-to-day operation, but should you need to use it in an emergency, you want it to be simple enough to activate quickly. The last thing you want to do is go hunting for an 500-page instruction manual, when you should be following its location on a map.

It’s easy to take for granted GPS technology and the miracles of the modern world we all enjoy but, at the heart of our business, we also recognise that behind all the tech are real people. Whilst we have a huge range of trackers for you to choose from, we always recognise that they’re there to help people like you. That’s why we only stock the best devices and make them available to you at the most cost-efficient prices. If you need any advice, please let us know and our team will be delighted to help you find the perfect tracker for your needs.