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?

General Discussions and Information

Dashcams - sometimes snitches don’t get stitches

Mike

Published on: 21/06/2026

Is it worth having a dash cam fitted? Here are the pros and cons. Is it hard to fit a dash cam? Well, not if you've spent the last 21 years fitting them like I have! This blog explores the benefits of having a dash cam.

General Discussions and Information

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.

General Discussions and Information

Why should I bother having security fitted?

Mike

Published on: 20/06/2026

Will having Security fitted help my insurance and how will it stop my car from being stolen? How will a Autowatch Ghost stop my car being stolen, we talk about ways to prevent car crime which has reached endemic levels in the UK

General Discussions and Information