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.

What is a S5 tracker? Why does my insurance company want me to have one?

Mike

Published on: 22/07/2026

What is a S5 tracker? Why does my insurance company want me to have one? Will fitting a S5 tracker bring my insurance down? Here we discuss the advantages of having a S5 tracker fitted to your vehicle

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Why do I need to have security fitted on my Japanese import?

Mike

Published on: 16/07/2026

Why do I need to have security fitted on my Japanese import? why is my insurance asking for extra security on my import? we talk about all brands of thatcham immobilisers, like Autowatch, Viper, Meta and the difference between categories

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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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