Trackstar: The Gold Standard in Vehicle Security, Backed by Teletrac Navman
In the world of vehicle security, credibility is everything. And Trackstar begins with a serious advantage, it’s powered by Teletrac Navman which is not a niche aftermarket brand but a global force in connected vehicle technology.
To understand Trackstar trackers properly, you need to appreciate the scale behind it. Teletrac Navman operates across multiple continents, supporting tens of thousands of businesses and hundreds of thousands of vehicles worldwide. Its technology underpins fleet operations, logistics networks and OEM partnerships on an industrial scale, processing vast volumes of vehicle data every single day.
This isn’t simply a tracking company, it’s a fully-fledged telematics powerhouse. From real-time vehicle analytics and driver behaviour monitoring to compliance tools and asset tracking, Teletrac Navman sits at the heart of how modern fleets are managed. Its clients range from SME operators through to major international logistics firms, all relying on the same infrastructure that supports Trackstar’s consumer offering.
Crucially, that scale brings resilience. Multiple data centres, secure communications networks and 24/7 operational capability mean the system is designed to function without interruption, exactly what you want when dealing with vehicle theft. It also allows for continuous development, with new technologies and countermeasures evolving in response to emerging criminal techniques.
And there’s another layer to this. Teletrac Navman forms part of Vontier, a US-listed industrial technology group specialising in mobility and transport solutions. That places it within a broader ecosystem of automotive and mobility brands, further reinforcing its financial strength and long-term stability. With all this resource and technological grounding, Trackstar help recover over £40m worth of cars, which have been equipped with their GPS trackers annually.
In short, Trackstar isn’t a standalone product, it’s the UK focused consumer-facing edge of a vast, enterprise-grade platform. And that’s a key reason why it continues to enjoy such strong support from insurers, police forces and vehicle manufacturers alike.
A Tiered Approach to Modern Vehicle Security
Trackstar’s range is refreshingly straightforward, yet cleverly tiered to match varying levels of risk, vehicle value and insurer requirements. At its core sit three key systems: Thatcham certified S7 and S5.
Each one is designed not just to respond to theft but to address the evolving methods criminals now deploy, from relay attacks to CANbus exploitation.
Trackstar S7: Back-to-Basics, Done Properly
The Trackstar Secure S7 is the entry point into the Trackstar ecosystem, but don’t mistake that for simplicity in a negative sense. This is tracking in its purest, most effective form.
With Thatcham S7 approval, the system provides continuous GPS tracking, monitored 24/7 by a dedicated control centre.
There’s no driver recognition or immobilisation with this system, this is about rapid response and recovery with the support of Trackstar’s dedicated 24/7 365 control room. And in many theft scenarios, that’s precisely what makes the difference between a vehicle disappearing for good and being returned within hours.
Trackstar S5: Raising the Game with Driver Recognition
Step up to the Trackstar Secure S5 and the tone shifts from reactive to proactive.
The key addition is Advanced Driver Recognition (ADR), a small tag that communicates with the vehicle. If the car moves without that tag present, the system assumes the worst and reacts accordingly by sending an alert to Trackstar’s Response Team. A member of the team will in turn call the car owner to double check the situation. Is it a false alert or a theft situation that they have just been informed about? If the theft has been caught in progress, the specialist Response Team will take over and work with available law enforcement to repatriate the stolen vehicle.
In an era where keyless theft is rife, this is a significant leap forward. Relay attacks, where thieves amplify your key signal from inside your home, are effectively neutralised. The car may unlock but the system knows the authorised driver isn’t there when the car is moving and that’s when the alerts start flying.
Add in features like tow-away detection, battery tamper alerts and real-time app connectivity, and the S5 becomes a far more rounded security solution, one that actively challenges modern theft techniques rather than simply documenting them.
Trackstar S5+: The Immobilisation Advantage
At the top of the range sits the S5+, the Trackstar S5 iPRO tracker. This is where Trackstar moves firmly into prevention territory.
The headline feature is simple but effective: “No Tag, No Start.”
Without the authorised driver tag present, the vehicle simply won’t start. Even if a thief gains entry and attempts to drive away, they’ll get nowhere.
It’s a direct countermeasure to the most sophisticated forms of vehicle theft such as relay attacks, key cloning, even certain forms of electronic intrusion. And for owners of high-value vehicles, particularly those frequently targeted, it provides a level of reassurance that standard tracking systems simply can’t match.
Built for the Realities of Modern Car Crime
Vehicle theft has evolved. Gone are the days of smashed windows and hotwiring, today’s criminals operate with laptops, signal amplifiers and alarming efficiency.
Trackstar’s systems are engineered with that reality in mind.
- Continuous GPS tracking ensures vehicles can be located with precision
- 24/7 monitoring centres coordinate directly with police for rapid recovery
- Driver recognition technology identifies unauthorised use instantly
- Tamper alerts flag suspicious activity, from towing to battery disconnection
- Immobilisation (S5+) stops a theft before it even begins
It’s not one feature doing the heavy lifting, it’s the combination of them all, working in unison.
The OEM Seal of Approval: BMW and Jaguar Land Rover
Perhaps the strongest endorsement of Trackstar’s credentials comes from the manufacturers themselves.
Trackstar is the approved tracking solution for BMW and Jaguar Land Rover, a distinction that carries real weight.
These are brands that invest heavily in vehicle security and electronic architecture. Approval doesn’t come easily. Systems must integrate cleanly, meet stringent standards and crucially, perform reliably in real-world conditions.
For owners, it means peace of mind. Not only is the system effective, but it’s also recognised by the very people who built the car, often aligning with insurance requirements and preserving manufacturer warranties.
The Verdict
Trackstar doesn’t chase gimmicks. It focuses on what matters, preventing theft where possible and ensuring swift recovery when it isn’t.
The Trackstar Secure S7 delivers dependable, no-nonsense tracking.
The Trackstar Secure S5 introduces intelligent, proactive security.
And the Trackstar iPRO brings genuine theft prevention into the equation.
All of it underpinned by the technological muscle of Teletrac Navman and validated by OEM approval from BMW and Jaguar Land Rover
