S7 Car Trackers
Thatcham Approved S7 trackers are an excellent way of ensuring the safety of your vehicle as they enable your car to be tracked within an accuracy of a few meters. The Thatcham Approved S7 tracker classification replaces what was previously known as category 7 and category 6. All our S7 trackers come with the ability to locate your vehicle in the UK and Europe, should it be stolen and moved abroad. S7 trackers are approved by all leading insurance companies and can help reduce your insurance premiums.
Take a look at our full range of Thatcham approved S7 trackers below, all of which come with free nationwide installation carried out by one of our trained engineers.
What is an S7 Tracker
An S7 tracker is a Thatcham-certified vehicle tracking system designed to help locate and recover a stolen vehicle or other asset. S7 stands for Asset Location System, and S7 systems typically use GPS/location technology alongside monitoring and alerts.
Unlike S5 trackers, which are classified as Vehicle Tracking Systems, S7 is intended for asset location and recovery. The exact features vary between products, but may include:
- GPS location tracking
- 24/7 monitoring
- Movement or tamper alerts
- Theft detection
- Mobile app or online tracking
- Assistance with vehicle recovery
Benefits of an S7 Tracker
An S7 tracker provides an additional layer of security for your car, van or other vehicle by combining Thatcham certification, monitored tracking and location technology. Depending on the specific system, an S7 tracker can help detect unauthorised movement, locate a stolen vehicle and support the recovery process.
Thatcham Certification
S7 trackers are certified under Thatcham’s Security Certification scheme as Asset Location Systems. This means certified systems must meet defined requirements for tracking, monitoring, locating the asset and resisting attempts to interfere with the system. If your insurer requires a Thatcham S7 tracker, always check that the specific system meets the requirements of your policy.
Monitored Tracking
An S7 tracker can provide monitored vehicle tracking, with signals monitored by a control centre rather than relying solely on you to identify suspicious activity. Depending on the tracker, monitoring can support alerts when unauthorised movement or other security events are detected.
Theft Recovery Support
If your vehicle is stolen, an S7 tracker can help provide location information to support the recovery process. The purpose of an S7 system is to increase the probability of recovering a stolen asset, although no vehicle tracker can guarantee theft prevention or recovery.
Location Technology
S7 vehicle trackers use location technology such as GPS to determine where a vehicle or asset is located. Depending on the individual tracker, you may also have access to features such as live location tracking, movement alerts and location history through an app or online platform.
European Coverage Where Applicable
Some S7 trackers offer coverage beyond the UK, which can be useful if you regularly drive or travel in Europe. Coverage varies between tracking systems and depends on the mobile networks and roaming arrangements used by the device, so check the individual product’s coverage before choosing an S7 tracker.
Professional Installation
Many wired S7 trackers are professionally installed by trained or accredited installers. Professional installation helps ensure the tracker is fitted correctly, activated and tested before use. Depending on the supplier and product, installation may be available at your home or workplace.
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