The Autonox Knowledge Base

Vehicle security news, insights and expert advice

Vehicle security can be confusing...

One minute you’re reading about trackers, the next someone’s trying to sell you a system you’ve never heard of using enough acronyms to make your head spin.

This blog is where we break things down in plain English.

Real advice.

Real experiences from a man with over 21 years experience installing car security systems.

No sales waffle, just a few bad jokes along the way.

Why are old school cars harder to steal than new ones?

Mike

Published on: 15/07/2026

how do new cars get stolen and why are older cars more difficult to steal than newer cars? how do you protect your car from being stolen?

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What does "Thatcham approved" mean? Understanding S5 7 Trackers

Rhiannon-Amber

Published on: 20/06/2026

What does Thatcham Approved mean? Learn the difference between S5 and S7 trackers, why insurers require them, and whether your factory tracker is enough.

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