Practical guides on car trackers, dash cams, fleet cameras and asset tracking in South Africa — written by the people who install this equipment, not a marketing team.
An Apple AirTag is cheap and easy to hide in a car. A dedicated GPS tracker isn't. Here's the honest, practical difference for South African drivers.
Car TrackingWhat 'requires a tracker' actually means on a South African car insurance policy, and how a missing or lapsed tracker can get a claim denied entirely.
Mobile Vehicle CamerasWhat South African law actually says about dash cams, cabin audio, and using footage as evidence — explained in plain language, not legalese.
Asset TrackingYour car's electrical system doesn't care about load shedding — but your tracker's network coverage might. Here's what actually happens during an outage.
Mobile Vehicle CamerasA step-by-step walkthrough for South African Uber and Bolt drivers: how dashcam registration actually works, and what footage protects you in a dispute.
Fleet TrackingTelematics gets used as a fancier word for GPS tracking, but it actually describes something broader. Here's the real distinction, in plain language.
Car TrackingA tracker contract is a multi-year commitment, not just a device purchase. Here's what to actually read before you sign, not after a problem shows up.
Vehicle SecurityDouble-cab bakkies consistently top South Africa's vehicle theft statistics. Here's the actual reason why, and what genuinely reduces the risk.
Fleet TrackingTracking company vehicles is generally legal in South Africa — but POPIA sets real conditions around disclosure and fair use that employers need to get right.
Fleet TrackingFor e-hailing drivers, a GPS tracker isn't only about theft recovery — it's route proof, dispute evidence, and a way to protect your income, not just your car.
Car TrackingFarms, remote roads, and mountain passes can have patchy cellular coverage. Here's what actually happens to a GPS tracker when there's no signal to report over.
Vehicle SecurityThe first few minutes after realising your car is gone genuinely matter. Here's the practical order of steps, tracker or not.
Asset TrackingVehicles aren't the only thing worth tracking. Here's how asset tracking works for generators, equipment and other high-value, easily moved items.
Car TrackingCANBUS tracking reads data straight from your car's own computer. Here's what that actually adds over a basic GPS tracker, and when it's worth paying for.
Car TrackingA used car can come with a tracker already fitted — sometimes still reporting to the previous owner. Here's how to actually check, and what to do about it.
Car TrackingA once-off tracker purchase and a monthly subscription model can end up costing very different amounts over time. Here's how to actually run the comparison.
Car TrackingInsurers treat a tracker as a genuine risk reducer, not just a checkbox — here's how it actually affects your premium, and what determines the size of the saving.
Vehicle SecurityCatalytic converter theft takes minutes and often happens while the car is parked at home. Here's what a standard vehicle tracker can and can't do about it.
Asset TrackingA GPS smartwatch and a vehicle tracker solve completely different problems, even though both show a moving dot on a map. Here's the actual difference.
Car TrackingTracking a new driver's car raises real questions about trust. Here's a practical, honest way to think about it — and how to actually talk to your teen about it.
Car TrackingMotorbikes get stolen fast and disappear faster than cars. Here's what actually matters when choosing a tracker built for a bike, not a car.
Asset TrackingTrailers and caravans have no ignition, no immobiliser, and often no tracker — which is exactly why they're an easy, quiet target. Here's what to do about it.
Fleet TrackingFleet tracking isn't just for large logistics operations. Here's how to tell whether it's worth it for a small business running just a handful of vehicles.
Vehicle SecurityHijacking risk in South Africa isn't spread evenly — certain provinces, times of day and road types show up disproportionately in the statistics.
Vehicle SecurityCertain makes and models are consistently targeted more than others in South Africa. Here's why, and what it actually means for your own risk.
Vehicle SecurityGPS jamming devices are real and cheaply available online. Here's how they actually work, and what modern trackers do to stay ahead of them.
Car TrackingA tracker that's silently stopped working is worse than no tracker at all, because you think you're covered. Here's how to actually check.
Car TrackingPlug-and-play OBD trackers make DIY installation look easy. Here's what you actually gain and lose compared to a professional, hardwired install.
Car TrackingA fitted GPS tracker doesn't automatically follow you or disappear when you sell your car. Here's what to actually check before you hand over the keys.
Car TrackingA walkthrough of what actually happens, step by step, once you call your tracker's monitoring centre after a theft or hijacking in South Africa.
Vehicle SecurityAn immobiliser stops your engine from starting. A tracker finds your car after it's gone. They solve different problems — here's how to think about which one you need.
Car TrackingA realistic breakdown of what car tracking actually costs in South Africa — installation, monthly fees, and the extra line items people forget to budget for.
Car TrackingThere's no national law forcing every driver to fit a tracker — but a web of insurance, finance and bank conditions makes it compulsory in practice for many.
Car TrackingA plain comparison of South Africa's three biggest vehicle tracking brands — what genuinely differs between them, and what matters less than the marketing suggests.