CAT 6 S7 GPS tracking systems represent the highest level of Thatcham approved vehicle tracking available for private vehicles. At Autostyle UK, these advanced trackers are available for drivers who need insurance approved security with 24-hour monitoring, stolen vehicle response and real-time location tracking through a dedicated control centre.
An S7 tracker, previously classified as a CAT 6 tracker, provides continuous GPS monitoring combined with a stolen vehicle response service. This means that if the vehicle is reported stolen, a dedicated team actively works with law enforcement to assist with recovery, rather than simply providing a location on an app. This level of response support is what separates CAT 6 S7 systems from standard GPS trackers and from CAT 5 S5 systems, which include driver recognition but do not include the same response service.
These systems use GPS technology alongside motion sensors and tamper alerts to ensure the vehicle remains protected at all times, including when parked or unattended overnight. Most CAT 6 S7 trackers also include European coverage, making them a practical choice for drivers who travel across borders regularly and want protection to extend beyond the UK.
Many insurers require a Thatcham approved tracker as a condition of cover for high value vehicles, and a CAT 6 S7 system meets these requirements at the highest available classification. At Autostyle UK, all CAT 6 S7 trackers are professionally installed by certified technicians at the Blackburn showroom, and installation is carried out to the standard required to maintain the Thatcham approval and any associated insurance conditions.
Visit the Autostyle UK showroom in Blackburn or get in touch to find out which CAT 6 S7 tracker is right for the vehicle.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is a CAT 6 S7 tracker and what makes it different from other trackers?
A CAT 6 S7 tracker is a Thatcham approved GPS tracking system that includes a 24-hour stolen vehicle response service. Unlike standard GPS trackers or CAT 5 S5 systems, a CAT 6 S7 device connects to a control centre that actively assists with vehicle recovery in the event of theft, working alongside law enforcement rather than simply providing a location on a smartphone app.
2. What is the difference between a CAT 5 S5 and a CAT 6 S7 tracker?
A CAT 5 S5 tracker includes driver recognition technology that identifies whether an authorised driver is present. A CAT 6 S7 tracker adds a stolen vehicle response service on top of this, where a dedicated team assists with recovery if theft is reported. For high value vehicles or where insurers specifically require CAT 6 approval, the S7 system provides the more comprehensive level of protection.
3. Are CAT 6 S7 trackers insurance approved?
Yes, CAT 6 S7 systems are Thatcham approved and are accepted by insurance providers as meeting the highest standard of vehicle tracking. Many insurers require this level of approval for high value, performance or prestige vehicles as a condition of cover.
4. Do CAT 6 S7 trackers work across Europe?
Most CAT 6 S7 systems include European coverage, meaning the tracking and response service extends beyond the UK. This makes them a practical choice for drivers who travel internationally and want consistent protection wherever the vehicle is located.
5. Is professional installation required for a CAT 6 S7 tracker?
Yes, professional installation is required to maintain the Thatcham approval and meet any insurance conditions attached to the device. At Autostyle UK, CAT 6 S7 trackers are installed by certified technicians at the Blackburn showroom to ensure correct placement and full compliance with the system's certification requirements.
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