A Meta Trak tracker is an insurance-approved vehicle tracking system that uses GPS technology and a 24/7 monitoring centre to locate and recover your vehicle if it is stolen. Meta Trak systems are trusted across the UK by insurers and are commonly required for high-value, performance and prestige vehicles.

The main difference is driver recognition.

S5 Tracker

• Includes driver ID tags
• Alerts the control centre if the vehicle moves without the tag
• Higher theft protection
• Often required by insurers for high-risk vehicles

S7 Tracker

• Live GPS tracking and recovery only
• No driver tags
• Lower cost option
• Suitable for general theft protection

If your insurance policy specifies a tracker, it will normally state S5 or S7.

Many UK insurers require an S5 tracker for vehicles considered high risk, including luxury cars, sports cars, Range Rovers, BMW M models and vans. An S5 system provides driver recognition and faster theft detection, which increases recovery rates and may reduce insurance premiums.

Always check your policy wording or ask your insurer.

The Meta Trak S5 Deadlock combines an S5 tracker with remote immobilisation technology. If your vehicle is stolen, once safely stationary, the monitoring centre can prevent it from restarting.

This gives you:

• Live tracking
• Driver recognition
• Stolen vehicle recovery
• Engine immobilisation

It is one of the most complete theft prevention and recovery systems available.

The Meta Autoblok immobiliser prevents the engine from starting unless authorised. It is discreetly installed within the vehicle and blocks the start sequence, protecting against:

• Key cloning
• Relay attacks
• Keyless entry theft
• Hot wiring

Unlike trackers, Autoblok does not require a subscription and focuses purely on immobilisation-based theft prevention.

It depends on the level of protection you want:

• Tracker → Helps recover your car after theft
• Immobiliser → Helps prevent the car being stolen
• Tracker + Immobiliser (Deadlock) → Maximum protection

For high-value vehicles, many customers choose both tracking and immobilisation for complete security.

Yes. Meta Trak S5 and S7 trackers are Thatcham certified and insurance approved, meaning they meet strict UK security and monitoring standards recognised by insurers.

Always ensure your system is installed by a professional to maintain compliance.

Yes. All monitored trackers require a subscription or annual service plan. This covers:

• 24/7 monitoring centre
• Theft response team
• SIM data connectivity
• Recovery coordination
• System support

Immobiliser-only products like Autoblok typically do not require subscriptions.

A Thatcham S5 tracker is a vehicle security system certified to meet the highest tracking standard set by Thatcham Research. It is designed to help locate and recover a vehicle in the event of theft and is commonly required by insurers for high-value or high-risk vehicles. Certification confirms that the system meets strict performance, reliability, and monitoring criteria.

Thatcham S5 trackers include driver identification technology, meaning the system can recognise whether an authorised driver is present when the vehicle is used. If the vehicle is driven without the correct identification, the monitoring centre is alerted. This added layer of verification provides enhanced protection against key theft, relay theft, and unauthorised use.

Yes. Thatcham S5 trackers must be connected to a secure, 24/7 monitoring centre to maintain certification. This service allows trained operators to verify thefts, track the vehicle in real time, and liaise with police where required. An active subscription is essential for both insurance compliance and effective vehicle recovery.

A Thatcham S7 tracker is a vehicle tracking system that satisfies the S7 category standard established by Thatcham Research for stolen-vehicle location devices. S7 devices are designed to monitor the position of a vehicle and support recovery efforts if it’s taken without permission, helping insurers and recovery services locate the vehicle efficiently.

An S7 tracker continuously monitors where your vehicle is and sends data to a secure control centre. If the vehicle is moved without authorisation, the system generates an alert and enables real-time tracking, assisting recovery teams and police in locating the vehicle. Most S7 systems also detect motion or tow attempts and often include battery backup so the tracker continues working even if the main power is cut.

Yes. To meet Thatcham certification requirements, S7 trackers must be connected to a 24/7 monitored service that oversees alerts and coordinates with recovery authorities. These devices also require fitting by a qualified installer to ensure they function reliably and comply with insurer conditions.

A Thatcham Category 2 immobiliser is an engine immobilisation system approved under Thatcham Research security standards. Its primary purpose is to prevent a vehicle from being started without the correct, authorised key or electronic authentication. Category 2 focuses solely on immobilisation rather than audible alarms or tracking functions.

A Cat 2 immobiliser automatically activates when the vehicle is switched off. It disables one or more essential engine systems so the vehicle cannot be driven unless the correct coded key or transponder is present. This prevents common theft methods such as hot-wiring or forced ignition starts, making unauthorised use significantly more difficult.

Insurers recognise Thatcham Cat 2 immobilisers because they are independently tested and certified to meet defined security performance standards. Approval confirms the system is reliable, tamper-resistant, and effective at preventing unauthorised engine start. As a result, many insurers accept Cat 2 immobilisers as an approved theft-prevention measure.