It’s 2025, and it’s high time to secure your vehicle with this practical and guaranteed anti-theft solutions!!!
To all UK automobile lovers and cautious people, here is a quick reality cheque for you… Records show that between April 2023 and March 2024, the United Kingdom lost 129,159 vehicles to theft, and such thefts occurred at a rate of one every four minutes. At a daily rate of 354 motor vehicle thefts, the crime rate is one incident every 4.1 minutes, especially in England and Wales.
Interesting Fact: Since 2018, the UK has seen over 10,000 Ford Fiesta theft claims, averaging more than 2,000 per year, because it currently ranks as the UK’s most stolen car model (Jaffa).
But you don’t have to roll your head and feel dizzy about it; we have come up with 5 practical and safe Anti-theft solutions for your ride.
If you expect this to be a complete DIY anti-theft solutions, let me stop you there…
We want your vehicles to be safe and secure, so sometimes it takes a couple of bucks of investment for the best anti-theft solutions, and trust me, you will not regret it…
Top 5 Anti-Theft Solutions
1. Invest in good Immobilisers; they are your invisible shield
So, what is an immobiliser? Simply put, it’s an electronic security device installed in your vehicle that prevents the engine from starting unless and until the correct passkey is deployed.
So how do you choose the best one? No problem…
The Ghost immobilisers and ScorpionTrack Series are the latest in the market, and if you are looking for a pocket-friendly version, go with the Meta BLE42 Vehicle Immobiliser.
They are usually integrated with your vehicle’s CAN-bus(Controller Area Network) system, which requires a specific code pass.
So, what are the ultimate benefits of an immobiliser?
- 24*7 protection
- Protection against key cloning, key theft, relay attack and OBD hacking
- simple Bluetooth control
- installation available all over the UK
Lock and Track hack: pair it with Meta Trak S5 deadlock more on that below, to add GPS tracking, why stop at invisibility?
Ghost Immobiliser
2. “Meta Trak S5 deadlock”: the NO tag, NO start
A Meta Trak S5 deadlock system is no different from a Ghost immobiliser. The gadget lets you track and sabotage thieves in real time, helping people retrieve their vehicles safely and sound.
The gadget works with the help of tags, which are configured for installation in the vehicle. Without the presence of these tags, the automobile will not start.
What if the tags are stolen?
EASY!!!..stay calm and use your tracking device(A smartphone, ideally), immobilise the vehicle and track down the location, and that’s it!
The Meta Trak S5 deadlock system is equipped with a remote engine kill switch and real-time GPS tracking, allowing ‘YOU’ users to feel safe, secure, and reliable in stressful situations.
Meta Trak S5+ Deadlock w/ Driver Immobilisation
What makes the Meta Trak S5 deadlock even more reliable?
Well, for us, reliable means meeting international safety standards and getting approved by a reliable system, right?
Yes, Meta Trak S5 deadlock is Thatcham approved. For those who don’t know what Thatcham approval is,
“ Thatcham Security Certification’, certification provides a robust verification programme to a minimum high level of performance concerning security, functionality, safety and reliability of aftermarket and vehicle manufacturer security products.”- (Thatcham Research)
This level of reliability comes with an added advantage, like
- Thatcham-approved: Meets rigorous international safety standards.
- Easy insurance claims.
- Vehicle travel history as a form of proof.
- Impeccable build quality
Now it is time for the obvious measures!
When mentioning the ‘OBVIOUS’, never underestimate its functionality as the following three solutions are first aids for Anti-theft solutions.
3. The All-seeing EYE, aka Dash CAM
Dashboard Cameras are convenient, and the versatile nature of their use makes them more functional for everyday life, from collecting valuable evidence to identifying suspicious movement in and around the vehicle.
Dash cams often have built-in GPS, Wi-Fi, and a reasonable view radius (mostly 140 degrees). Some can record on a 1080p FHD 2CH High-Definition Video Quality scale, and they are also equipped with night vision mode.
What makes them so functional?
- 24*7 recording
- Movement-activated sensor recording
- Useful in insurance claims
- 1080p FHD video + night vision
- 140° viewing angle
- Motion-activated recording
- Built-in GPS and Wi-Fi
It is always better to go with a high-quality dash cam with good recording clarity, especially if one uses a low-quality product; during a theft or car crash, dash cams have a high probability of rupturing.
The IROAD FX series dash cams are equipped with all of the features mentioned above. Cheque out the product from the Lock and Track website to learn more details about it.
Lock & Track Super Mini Dashcam
4. A dose of ALARM for the Intruders
Alarms are one of the classic forms of anti-theft solutions. No, thieves want chaotic attention drawn to them at any time of the day, especially at night.
Modern alarm systems function on motion, and impact sensors make a loud noise when activated. You can programme these alarms according to your vehicle’s specifications.
When you’re planning to buy an Alarm assembly, always go for the Thatcham Certified product like the ones Sold on the Lock And Track Website.
Some immobilisers have an in-built alarm system for a more effective anti-theft solution, such as the Vodafone Cobra CAT2 immobiliser, which is fully Thatcham-approved.
Vodafone Cobra CAT 2 Immobiliser
5. A good spot to park
This might be the obvious of obvious ones, but we are humans, and sometimes we forget. But always, when you park your vehicle, do remember a few tips, like Park in a spot where any sort of surveillance is present (CCTV surveillance or 24*7 guarded residential area).
Park in a way that it’s not easy to hijack and drive off, protect the vehicles or if you have more than one or two vehicles, try to crank up the space, making it hard for the thieves.
What’s Next?
These anti-theft solutions will surely help you secure your vehicle, BUT, there is a catch! See, anti-theft solutions are only good when implemented, or else they are just words, and words can fail to assure you…
Lock and Track understand this! We ensure you are updated and feel secure when it comes to protecting your beloved ride… we want people to have the best services so they can have the best feeling: PEACE OF MIND.
