Car and Vehicle Trackers
Installation in an estimated 2 - 5 days
A car tracker is a GPS device fitted inside your vehicle that reports where it is, so a stolen car can be found and recovered. Specialist Trackers UK supplies and installs Thatcham accredited trackers from Meta Trak and ScorpionTrack. Supply and installation is UK wide in an estimated 2 - 5 days.
Most customers come to us because an insurer has asked for a Thatcham S5 tracker. An S5 system uses driver ID tags and is monitored 24/7, and it meets that condition. An S7 tracker is the lower cost Thatcham option, for insurers that ask for S7 or for owners who want location tracking without driver ID tags.
A tracker aids recovery. It does not stop the car being taken. For protection against theft as well as recovery, choose a tracker and immobiliser such as the Meta Trak S5 DEADLOCK, which blocks the engine from starting without the driver's ID tag.
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Choose your system. On Meta Trak tracking systems, choose a 1 or 3 year subscription term on the product page; your first term is included in the price you pay at checkout.
We contact you to arrange installation. Supply and installation is UK wide in an estimated 2 - 5 days.
After fitting, the system is tested to confirm it is fully functioning.
Your certificate of installation is emailed by the product manufacturer after activation.
After your first term, Meta Trak renewals are paid directly to Meta Trak. ScorpionTrack subscriptions are arranged and paid directly with ScorpionTrack after installation.
Want the full cost picture before you choose? See what a car tracker costs.
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Supply and installation prices. Meta Trak tracking systems show a From price because the first subscription term is chosen on the product page and paid at checkout. ScorpionTrack prices are supply and installation only; the subscription is arranged directly with ScorpionTrack.
Meta Trak S7, Thatcham S7 tracker: From £185
ScorpionTrack S7, Thatcham S7 tracker: £185
Meta Trak S5 Tracker, Thatcham S5 tracker: From £295
ScorpionTrack S5, Thatcham S5 tracker: £375
ScorpionTrack S5+, Thatcham S5 tracker and immobiliser: £469
Meta Trak S5 DEADLOCK, Thatcham S5 tracker and immobiliser: From £469
Meta Trak S5 DEADLOCK E-TEC, Thatcham S5 tracker and immobiliser for vehicles on the E-TEC list: From £599
Meta Trak S5 DEADLOCK PRO, adds an OBD immobiliser, for customers wanting maximum protection: From £599
Meta Trak S5 DEADLOCK PRO+, adds a second, independent backup tracker to the PRO: From £849
Not sure which system fits your car and your insurer? Use the Intelligent Product Advisor or call 0330 133 3990. Looking for immobiliser only protection? See car immobilisers.
Pricing accurate at time of publishing.
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Meta Trak's E-TEC compatibility list decides which system to fit. If your vehicle is on the list, the Meta Trak S5 DEADLOCK E-TEC is compatible and is the preferred system. If it is not on the list, fit the standard Meta Trak S5 DEADLOCK, which can be fitted to any powertrain on any make and model. The list is linked from the E-TEC product page. If in doubt, call 0330 133 3990.
Tracker only, or tracker and immobiliser?
Tracker only. Shows where the vehicle is and supports its recovery after a theft. Choose this when your insurer has asked for a tracker and you want the lowest cost way to meet it. Two Thatcham S5 choices meet an insurer's S5 request equally, and the choice is yours: the Meta Trak S5 Tracker and the ScorpionTrack S5. Our ScorpionTrack S5 buyer's guide compares them in detail.
Tracker and immobiliser. Adds an aftermarket immobiliser that works independently of your car's factory fitted immobiliser, which is what modern theft targets. Every DEADLOCK system blocks the start attempt whatever the vehicle's electronics have been told, so relay attacks, key cloning and CAN injection do not start the engine. This is the combination that prevents theft and supports recovery. The Meta Trak combined system is the Meta Trak S5 DEADLOCK, and the ScorpionTrack combined system is the ScorpionTrack S5+.
If your insurer has asked for a Thatcham S5 tracker, every Meta Trak S5 DEADLOCK system and the ScorpionTrack S5+ meet that condition as well.
CAR TRACKER AND IMMOBILISER
THATCHAM S5 TRACKERS
TRACKER AND IMMOBILISER
S5 or S7: which Thatcham tracker do you need?
Thatcham S5
Driver ID tags: yes
Monitoring: 24/7
Meets an insurer's S5 condition: yes
Supply and installation: From £295
Systems: Meta Trak S5 Tracker, ScorpionTrack S5, ScorpionTrack S5+ and every Meta Trak S5 DEADLOCK system
Thatcham S7
Driver ID tags: no
Monitoring: 24/7
Meets an insurer's S5 condition: no
Supply and installation: From £185
Systems: Meta Trak S7, ScorpionTrack S7
If your insurer names S5, only an S5 system meets it. An S5 system also meets a request for S7. If your paperwork mentions a Category 5 tracker, that is the old name for S5. Our guide to Thatcham categories explained covers every category and what each means to an insurer.
What insurers ask for
Insurers usually ask for a Thatcham S5 tracker because of the vehicle's value. The condition is normally in your policy schedule or a letter from your insurer, and it may be written as a vehicle tracking system or VTS. Every S5 system we fit is Thatcham category S5 accredited and accepted by UK insurers that require a Thatcham S5 tracker.
After fitting, the system is tested to confirm it is fully functioning. Your certificate of installation is emailed by the product manufacturer after activation, sometimes also in the manufacturer's app. That certificate is what you send to your insurer.
If the wording on your policy is unclear, call us on 0330 133 3990 before you buy and we will tell you which systems meet it. Our Thatcham S5 tracker buyer's guide goes into more detail.
THATCHAM S5
THATCHAM S7
ALL INSURANCE APPROVED TRACKERS
Trackers for other vehicles
Trackers for vans, motorhomes, caravans, electric vehicles, trailers, trucks and boats. Choose your vehicle type below.
CAR TRACKER AND IMMOBILISER
MOTORHOME TRACKERS
CARAVAN TRACKERS
VAN TRACKERS
ELECTRIC VEHICLE TRACKERS
TRAILER TRACKERS
TRUCK TRACKERS
BOAT TRACKERS
FLEET TRACKERS
Are you looking to keep track of your business vehicles? Our Fleet Trackers are designed to help you monitor multiple vehicles in real-time, improve efficiency, and enhance driver accountability. Whether you manage a small fleet or a large operation, Specialist Trackers UK offers cost-effective, reliable, and efficient solutions to keep your business running smoothly.
Click below to explore our Fleet Tracker options and take control of your fleet today. Interested in pairing a fleet tracker with an immobiliser for remote immobilisation capabilities? Get in touch, and we’ll be happy to assist you!
FLEET TRACKERS
Wireless Trackers
Are you searching for a simple and hassle-free tracking solution? Our Wireless Trackers are the perfect choice for quick DIY installation, with no hardwiring required. Suitable for both personal and business use, these compact devices provide programmable updates on vehicle and asset positions, boast a long battery life, and offer flexible mounting options.
Click below to explore our range of Wireless Trackers and find the perfect fit for your needs!
Wireless Tracker
Car tracker questions
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No. A tracker aids recovery after a theft by showing where the vehicle is. It does not stop the vehicle being taken. To prevent theft as well as recover the vehicle, choose a tracker and immobiliser such as the Meta Trak S5 DEADLOCK, which blocks the engine from starting without the driver's ID tag.
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Both are Thatcham accredited. An S5 system uses driver ID tags and is monitored 24/7, and it is the category insurers usually ask for on higher value vehicles. An S7 tracker has no driver ID tags and costs less. Thatcham S7 tracking systems feature 24/7 monitoring and professional theft support. If your insurer asks for S5, an S7 tracker will not meet that condition.
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Check your policy schedule or the letter from your insurer. Most ask for a Thatcham S5 tracker, sometimes written as a vehicle tracking system or VTS. Every S5 system we fit is Thatcham category S5 accredited and accepted by UK insurers that require a Thatcham S5 tracker. If the wording is unclear, call us on 0330 133 3990 before you buy.
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It depends on the brand. On Meta Trak tracking systems, your first 1 or 3 year subscription term is included in the price you pay at checkout, and renewals are then paid directly to Meta Trak. ScorpionTrack subscriptions are arranged and paid directly with ScorpionTrack after installation. The Meta AUTOBLOK immobiliser has no subscription. Current prices are shown on each product page.
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Supply and installation starts at £185 for a Thatcham S7 tracker and £295 for a Thatcham S5 tracker. Tracker and immobiliser systems start at £469. Meta Trak prices are shown as From prices because the first subscription term is added at checkout. Current prices are shown on each product page.
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Supply and installation is UK wide in an estimated 2 - 5 days. After you order, we contact you to arrange installation. After fitting, the system is tested to confirm it is fully functioning. Your certificate of installation for your insurer is emailed by the product manufacturer after activation.
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Meta Trak's E-TEC compatibility list decides. If your vehicle is on the list, the Meta Trak S5 DEADLOCK E-TEC is compatible and is the preferred system. If it is not on the list, fit the standard Meta Trak S5 DEADLOCK, which can be fitted to any powertrain on any make and model.
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Meta Trak systems that include a tracker are covered by Meta Trak's lifetime parts and labour warranty (original owner, active subscription). ScorpionTrack products carry a 2 year manufacturer warranty.