A lot of companies can track your vehicle, but what else do they offer? If the purpose of tracking is to simply give you a vehicle’s location, how does this actually keep you safe? We look at important vehicle tracking device questions to help you make the right road safety decisions when getting one.
How long a high quality tracking device lasts depends on how often the vehicle is used and whether it’s properly maintained by the company that installed it. You can expect your tracking device to last for anywhere between 2 to 7 years. Remember to have your Cartrack tracking device tested every 6 months so that we can make sure it’s in good working order.
There are three main reasons why the signal of your GPS tracker might get temporarily blocked:
Device jamming does happen a few times a month. But Cartrack has found a way to counteract GPS signal jamming in vehicles through jamming detection. Also, our Cartrack Tag is an independent radio frequency tracker that can’t be jammed by traditional jammers. We also hide this device in your car making it hard for criminals to locate or even know about.
Yes, tracking can be done through other means. Radio frequency tracking isn’t as accurate as GPS tracking, but it’s accurate enough to find your vehicle. A phone or portable tracker (like an Apple AirTag) can also be used as a tracking device, but this is far from practical for vehicle tracking—not to mention vehicle recovery in case of theft.
The best place to buy a GPS tracker for your car is from a reputable tracking & recovery service provider like Cartrack. We offer quick installation, great customer service, and a highly skilled vehicle recovery team that collaborates with law enforcement.
It’s best to get a tracker that works with GPS, and then also get a backup tracker that works without GPS in case the first tracker is jammed or removed. Both of these will be well-hidden, and we’ll even test them free of charge every 6 months.
The R99 package from Cartrack, you get to track your own vehicle on the Cartrack app, and you get round-the-clock recovery if your vehicle is stolen or hijacked. Any add-on services you opt for on the app will add extra to your monthly subscription.
It’s important to have vehicle insurance, but we’d argue that it’s even MORE important to have a vehicle tracking device (and insurance companies will probably agree with that). With over 100 000 vehicles recovered by Cartrack over the past decade, anyone can see how much value lies in vehicle tracking.
Yes, if you’re concerned that your device might stop working or be removed during a theft, you can add a second tracking device for extra peace of mind. However, it’s much better to get one GPS tracking device and one backup Cartrack tag for extra protection against removal, damage or signal jamming.
A tracking device installation takes around 2 hours at Cartrack. Remember to schedule your installation for 8am, 10am, 12pm, or 3pm Monday to Friday. We also have technicians who work on Saturdays for 8am or 10am.
Cartrack develops their tracking devices locally, making sure they’re durable and appropriate for SA’s motor industry. We also boast an impressive 9.3 Trust Index on HelloPeteras well as a highly-rated recovery success rate.
Yes, a tracking device can be detected on a car, but this can usually only be done with professional equipment. You can only detect a tracking device with your phone if you have the relevant companion app that comes with the device to begin with.
