6 Questions to Ask When Choosing a Motorhome Tracking Device(continue)

3. Is it approved?

Your insurance company may demand that your tracking device is approved by one of these organisations.

4. Does it cover Europe?

If you take your motorhome to Europe, you should check that GPS tracking device you choose will be fully operational in the countries you plan to visit. The level of EU cover will vary between different tracking device companies. Some will simply be able to tell you the location of your motorhome when it is stolen abroad, whereas other devices will provide full European monitoring and recovery with locally accredited monitoring centres to co-ordinate police response on your behalf without you having to leave the country!

5. Will it alert you to a low battery?

If your motorhome is not used for long periods, your tracking device could run out the battery and eventually lose power altogether, rendering your tracking device useless.This should give you opportunity to arrange for a new battery to be fitted so that your device remains operational. From an insurance point of view – it is vital that your GPS tracker remains operational so as not to void your motorhome insurance policy.Then you can gain travel safety .

6. What technology does it use?

Tracking devices utilise two main types of technology and both have their advantages and disadvantages. GPS devices, which seem the most common, use satellites to locate a stolen vehicle to within 20 feet. VHF devices take advantage of radio wave technology.VHF does have the advantage that it can emit a signal through metal containers and when underground, whereas GPS devices which use satellites need a ‘line of sight’ then may not be able to give a location in those situations.

It pays to do some research before you buy a motorhome tracking device for they can be costly. However, you’ll possibly find that your insurance company will reward you with a substantial discount off your premium, should you choose to fit a tracking device, meaning it could pay for itself long term. Not to mention the peace of mind it may give you.