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What Is "Thatcham Approved"?

  • Thatcham Security Accreditation is a certification provided by Thatcham Research, an organization that focuses on improving vehicle security and safety standards. This accreditation evaluates and recognizes the security performance of vehicle security products and systems, including alarms, immobilisers, and tracking devices.

  • The accreditation process involves rigorous testing and assessment against a set of defined criteria, including:

    1. Resistance to Tampering: How well the security system can withstand attempts to disable or bypass it.
    2. Effectiveness in Theft Prevention: The system's ability to prevent vehicle theft or unauthorized access.
    3. Reliability and Performance: Ensuring that the system functions correctly under various conditions.

  • Products that achieve Thatcham Security Accreditation may be viewed more favourably by insurance companies, potentially resulting in lower premiums for vehicle owners. This accreditation is recognized by many insurance providers as a mark of quality and reliability in vehicle security.

Thatcham S7 or S5?

The main difference between Thatcham S5 and S7 trackers is that the S5 has an Automatic Driver Recognition (ADR) system, while the S7 does not.

Here are some other differences between the two:

  • Price: S7 trackers are generally more affordable than S5 trackers due to the fact that they dont have ADR driver recognition 
  • Features: S5 trackers can offer additional features like remote immobilization and sophisticated anti-theft software in the for of the S5+. 
  • Suitability: S5 trackers are better suited for high-value vehicles, while S7 trackers are suitable for a wider range of vehicles. 
  • Driver ID: Our S5 trackers require the authorised driver to carry a tag or smartphone with an encrypted app installed. If the driver ID is not present, the S5 tracker will alert the control room. 
  • Control Room: S7 trackers have a fully staffed control room that can guide the police to the vehicle in the event of a theft. 

Thatcham Research is a UK-based automotive research center that sets standards for vehicle safety and security. They provide classification for stolen vehicle tracking systems, including S5 and S7. 

Thatcham Trackers

Explore our range of Thatcham-approved vehicle trackers, designed to meet the highest standards of insurance recognition and theft prevention. Whether you're after a Category S5, S5+ or S7 device, our Thatcham-certified solutions offer real-time tracking, tamper alerts, and 24/7 monitoring for total peace of mind. Ideal for cars, vans, bikes, and more.