Over recent years vehicular crimes have spiked, with the experts at Eydens Auto Locksmiths responding to thousands of callouts and emergencies, many relating to targeted key theft and cloning or attempts to steal high-value commercial vehicles or those expected to have tools inside.
DVLA statistics indicate that successful vehicle thefts have increased by 18%, and in a large proportion of cases, a stolen car or van is never recovered. The well-established auto locksmiths have reiterated the value of GPS tracker systems in preventing theft, safeguarding possessions, and augmenting fleet management for commercial van owners.
The Applications of Professionally Fitted Vehicle GPS Trackers
Given the volume of vehicles on the road and the rise in crimes such as 'crash for cash' schemes, more drivers than ever are investing in technology to protect their interests, from dash cams that record collisions and near misses to GPS systems and immobilisers.
GPS trackers are primarily sold as an insurance-friendly addition, which means the chance of a vehicle being stolen and not recovered drops significantly. Automatic notifications transmitted when a car is moved enable owners to contact the emergency services promptly and improve their likelihood of valuables within the vehicle being returned.
Insurance companies and police forces are working alongside the auto locksmith sector to raise awareness of the risks and rises in these types of crimes and educate motorists and commercial fleet owners about the speed with which organised gangs can break into vehicles, especially modern, hybrid, or EV cars with keyless entry and remote fobs.
A recent report in the national press explained how a London driver watched on as his EV was stolen in just 20 seconds. The local police force closed the file within 24 hours due to the minimal likelihood of recovering the vehicle, identifying the perpetrator, or being able to file a successful prosecution.
This emphasises why GPS devices are also becoming important for concerned parents, with low-level and yet catastrophic incidents where cars can be stolen from petrol stations or motorway services when families stop to refuel and leave children strapped into car seats.
Recommendations for Next-Gen Vehicle GPS Tracking Systems
Eydens Auto Locksmiths, which offers a comprehensive range of vehicle trackers and van security solutions alongside vehicular locksmith services, notes that modern, sophisticated trackers go beyond these security functions.
Rob Eyden, owner of Eydens Auto Locksmiths and Vehicle Security says, ‘We often speak with companies that need to optimise and monitor their fleets. Alongside using GPS trackers, immobilisers, and advanced locking systems for security, they collate valuable data about mileage covered, fuel consumption, and speeds, demonstrating best practice adherence to all applicable standards and often seeing a reduction in insurance premiums as a result.’
With various models on the market, the ideal GPS tracker may depend on the nature of your vehicle. Some solutions are better suited to family cars to prevent thefts, monitor the location of a vehicle, or track the location of shared car users, while others are more applicable to larger-scale fleet management projects.
Tips on Augmenting Vehicle and Fleet Security Within Budget
Eyden advises that ‘You should take the time to verify that any GPS tracker you intend to install is insurance approved. Like speed monitors, also known as black boxes, and dash cams, some devices sold online aren't recognised by insurance providers or manufactured to the necessary specifications.
If you’re looking to reduce the chance of being a victim of car theft, lower your insurance, or defend against a worst-case scenario of a car being stolen while travelling with young children, we would always suggest getting the best-quality tracker you can.
This ensures that you can rely on your tracker to provide real-time alerts, with added capabilities like geo-fencing, rather than having a GPS system that isn't wholly reliable or has limited effectiveness.’
Two of the best-selling models supplied by the firm include the S7 Tracker and the S5+ Imob Tracker, the latter which includes an immobilisation system which prevents a vehicle from being started unless the authorised driver is present, with a card that activates a chip that releases the immobiliser.
Eyden goes on to say, 'Whether you require a GPS tracker because your personal car is a high-end marque or one frequently targeted by criminals, because you store tools and equipment in a van, catering truck, or refrigeration unit, or want to ensure you have always-on oversight of a company fleet, we can provide independent recommendations to match your priorities and budget.
Eydens provides optional financing solutions in recognition of the impacts of rising living costs and as part of our commitment to ensuring all customers throughout the areas we serve can access professional, high-performance vehicle security systems – with options to spread the costs of devices and installations over a number of months.’
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About Eydens Auto Locksmiths and Vehicle Security
Eydens Auto Locksmiths have over 20 years of experience and are members of both the MLA and the ALA, providing auto lock and key services to motorists in Coventry, Rugby, Nuneaton, Bedworth, Kenilworth, Leamington, Stratford upon Avon and Warwick.
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