
Thatcham Vehicle Tracking
Thatcham-approved Vehicle Trackers and Thatcham Categories explained
Thatcham Security Certification
Thatcham Research has been a major player in the vehicle security market for over 20 years. To reduce vehicle crime, Thatcham introduced the Vehicle Security Assessment (NVSA) as well as a category system for vehicle alarms, immobilisers, and trackers. These services have ensured peace of mind for vehicle owners regarding the safety and security of the products they purchase.
Aftermarket Thatcham-Compliant Security Devices
Tracker products fall under the ‘Aftermarket’ category of vehicle safety products. To ensure our products are up to standard, they are tested under the new Thatcham Security Certification and categorised.
Each one of our products is meticulously tested to strict criteria established by Thatcham Research. The rigorous testing procedure is made to instil confidence in users that the product meets market standards.
Tracker products are monitored and periodically reviewed throughout the certification to ensure that performance levels are retained.
All certified products are listed within Thatcham's security certifications database.

Thatcham Approved Vehicle Trackers
Improve your vehicle security and reduce your insurance premium with the leading Thatcham-approved trackers in the UK.
Monitor
Compatibility:
- Military-grade patented VHF technology that can track stolen assets even when concealed in metal containers, lock-ups or underground car parks
- Motion sensor to detect unauthorised movement
- Unique tracking that is not affected by criminals’ GPS/GSM signal jammers
Retrieve Battery Powered
Compatibility:
- Military-grade patented VHF technology that can track stolen assets even when concealed in metal containers, lock-ups or underground car parks
- Long battery life with up to 5 years standby
- Easily installed in vehicles or non-powered assets
Locate Manager
Compatibility:
- Real-time monitoring of your vehicle fleet on a secure website
- Business and Private mileage reporting
- Geofence breach alerts
- Vehicle battery disconnect alert
- Unique tracking that is not affected by criminals' GPS/GSM signal jammers
Plant
Compatibility:
- Real-time monitoring of your assets on a secure website
- Review plant usage with weekly email reports
- Control plant location with geofencing
- IP67 rated
- Unique tracking that is not affected by criminals' GPS/GSM signal jammers
Thatcham Category Explained
From 1st January 2019, all Thatcham Research security product assessments are conducted under a new ‘Thatcham Security Certifications’ brand, an overarching service.

Thatcham Category S5
Thatcham Category S5 is the new classification for vehicle trackers that previously were considered Category 5. Insurance companies mandate a Category S5 vehicle tracking system be fitted for vehicles over a certain value. (Previously Category 5)
Tracking systems under this category offer the most security features, ensuring the security of your vehicle. Remote immobilisation is no longer mandatory for the S5 classification.
Driver tags (or automatic driver recognition) are mandatory for this classification.
What is Automatic Driver Recognition?
Automatic driver recognition (ADR) is a feature on premium tracking products that identifies approved drivers. These identifiers are usually small tags the driver keeps on their person. If your vehicle is moved without a Driver Identification tag present, an alert will be sent to you directly.
Tracker has its own S5 product (S5 Plus), offering premium security and peace of mind.
You can find out more about our S5 product here.
Thatcham Category S7
Thatcham category S7 is the new classification for vehicle trackers that were previously considered Category 7 or Category 6.
Category S7 vehicle trackers offer a range of features from a simple track and locate to products with additional value-added features for extra protection of your vehicle.
Tracker has a range of excellent Thatcham S7 category products that can help ensure peace of mind.
Find out more about our S7 products here.
View or Download Thatcham Certificates For Tracker Products


Tracker Retrieve

Battery Powered Retrieve

Tracker Monitor

Tracker Plant

Tracker Locate
