A tracker can be an effective tool to prevent or mitigate the risks of vehicle theft, particularly if you own a vehicle that is at particular risk. Some insurance companies will offer discounted premiums if you use an approved tracking system, and should the worst happen it is usually much easier to recover the vehicle.

Police forces do have the facility to use data provided by vehicle trackers, but how and when they are used may vary between constabularies, so if you are considering having one fitted it would be worth investigating if your local constabulary has an established relationship with particular tracking companies.