One of the most popular electric vehicles (EV) in the UK, Tesla is a name that gets almost everyone talking, car thieves included. The brand is the seventh most popular EV brand in the UK, making it a target for thieves. In 2024, 21 Teslas were reported stolen, a slight decrease from the 29 stolen in 2023. As encouraging as a decrease in the number of stolen vehicles can be, it shouldn’t lull you into a false sense of security.
Find out how Crystal Ball’s insurance-approved car trackers and fleet tracking systems can provide you with increased vehicle security and peace of mind.
The Need for Enhanced Vehicle Security
The UK is currently in the grip of a car theft epidemic, with thieves becoming more sophisticated and proficient at bypassing standard security measures. Despite pre-installed Tesla car security, these EVs are among the high-tech and luxury vehicles that have become prime targets.
Criminals use relay attacks, keyless entry hacks, signal jamming, and other methods to steal vehicles quickly and discreetly. As numerous Tesla owners in the UK have discovered over the past few years, the consequences of vehicle theft can be particularly distressing. In addition to the financial loss, owners of stolen Teslas must face the inconvenience of losing a personalised vehicle with integrated technology and custom settings. Aware of these risks, many insurance providers now require high-value vehicles such as Teslas to be fitted with insurance-approved car trackers.
Tesla’s Built-In Tracking Devices
Factory-installed tracking devices are one of several Tesla car security features. However, professional car thieves familiar with the vehicle’s structure and design can easily locate and disable the Tesla tracking system.
This is why reliable aftermarket trackers are vital for boosting the security of your EV. Installed discreetly by professionals, our insurance-approved Thatcham trackers offer robust features such as GPS tracking and instant alerts. They’re also difficult to find and to tamper with.
The Importance of Insurance-Approved Car Trackers
Most insurance providers in the UK require clients who insure a high-value vehicle, such as Tesla, to install an insurance-approved car tracker. In addition to lowering provider risk, trackers offer several key benefits to vehicle owners. Among these benefits are:
Stolen vehicle recovery: While a Tesla tracking system cannot prevent theft, it can significantly increase the chances of recovering a stolen vehicle. These systems are a crucial component of comprehensive vehicle insurance, as some providers may reject claims if your vehicle doesn’t have an approved tracker.
Peace of mind: GPS tracking and real-time alerts can help protect your Tesla, whether parked in a busy city centre or on a quiet residential street. Knowing that your EV is fitted with advanced security features offers peace of mind.
The Best Tesla Tracking Systems
Crystal Ball offers a range of advanced GPS tracking solutions designed to meet Tesla car security needs in the UK. Let’s take a closer look.
1. Vehicle Location Monitoring
Location monitoring via GPS is one of the standout features of our insurance-approved car trackers. Using the online platform or intuitive app, you can view your vehicle’s exact location at any time. This feature is particularly helpful if your Tesla isn’t where it should be or if you need to verify its location when someone else is driving it. If your vehicle is stolen, the police can use its GPS location data to recover it swiftly.
2. Geofencing Alerts
Geofencing is a powerful feature you can use to set virtual boundaries around specific areas or along certain routes. If your Tesla crosses these predefined zones, the tracking system will alert you immediately. This feature is especially useful for monitoring unauthorised vehicle movements.
3. Remote Immobilisation
Remote immobilisation is one of the most valuable features for vehicle theft prevention. Our Tesla tracking systems let you disable the vehicle’s engine remotely to prevent thieves from starting or continuing to drive the car. Combined with GPS location tracking, this feature supports quick and safe stolen vehicle recovery.
4. Thatcham-Approved Trackers
Our range of insurance-approved car trackers includes Thatcham S5, S5+, and S7 tracking systems, which meet the stringent standards set by the respected Thatcham Research Centre. This sought-after certification ensures that these tracking devices offer high levels of security and reliability, giving Tesla owners and insurers confidence in its effectiveness.
Top-Quality Tracking Systems: Additional Benefits
Beyond meeting insurance requirements, Crystal Ball’s tracking systems offer a variety of practical benefits to Tesla owners for everyday use. Some of these include:
Journey history: You can review historical trip data, which can be useful for monitoring efficiency and driving habits and for managing business mileage records.
Integration with fleet management: If your Tesla is part of a bigger fleet of vehicles, our tracking systems offer seamless integration for centralised fleet management and monitoring.
Driver behaviour monitoring: Our fleet tracking systems’ driver behaviour monitoring feature provides insights into driving styles, scoring drivers based on KPIs such as acceleration, braking, cornering, idling, and speeding, enabling you to promote safer driving practices.
Meet Insurer Requirements and Boost Tesla Security
In the UK, many insurance providers specify that vehicles such as Teslas must be equipped with insurance-approved car trackers such as Thatcham trackers to qualify for comprehensive coverage. You can ensure that you meet these requirements by choosing tracking solutions from Crystal Ball.
Contact us to boost your Tesla car security.