From Vodafone Automotive - the Protect & Connect insurance approved tracking device.
Protect & Connect S5 Vehicle Tracking and S7 Asset Location systems
You've invested in your pride and joy. Now, you need the peace of mind knowing that it's safe: Vodafone Protect & Connect monitors your vehicle so you don't have to.
You can be assured, major global brands trust Vodafone Automotive and its products. These include Aston Martin, Audi, Bentley, Ferrari, Infiniti, Lamborghini, Maserati, Mercedes-Benz Truck, Nissan, Porsche, Renault, Seat, Skoda, Tesla, Volkswagen passenger cars and Volkswagen commercial vehicles.
Protect & Connect S5
The S5 incorporates all of the benefits listed below. The system also can be supplied with the additional features that come with the Plus version.
If your car is stolen: If your car is stolen without the ADR card being present, an alert will be sent to Vodafone Automotive's Secure Operating Centre. An advisor will then attempt to contact you on the number you will have supplied at time of registration.
- Automatic Driver Recognition (ADR)
Alerts Vodafone Automotive immediately if your vehicle is stolen, even if the thief has your keys.
- Pinpoint Accuracy
Accurate to within 10 metres
- European Coverage as standard
Local language Police liaison and recovery across 52 countries
- Insurance Approved
Approved by major insurers
- Tow-Away Alert
Triggered when motion is detected with ignition switched off
- Theft History
In the event of a theft, our minute by minute theft tracking helps the Police secure convictions
- International GSM coverage
Roaming SIM Card gives coverage across more than 180 countries
- Tamper Alert
Activated when the system battery is disconnected or discharged, or when the system wiring is cut.
- System health check
Regular automatic self diagnosis check
- Special Modes
Activate Garage Mode or Transport Mode at the click of a button
Protect & Connect S5 Plus (Remote Immobilisation)
The S5 Plus incorporates all the benefits listed above. The system also benefits from the additional Manual Engine Start Inhibit feature.
Protect & Connect S7 (Self monitored System)
The S7 offers stolen asset location with pan-European Coverage as standard, pin-point GPS tracking to within 10 metres, tow-away alert, tamper alert and all the features of the My Connected Car App.
If you are installing a Protect & Connect device for insurance compliance, always confirm with your Insurer the correct device required. Protect & Connect devices are also connectable to our 4615P ADR Alarm - offering even greater levels of security and peace of mind.
Thatcham Categories Explained
Thatcham Category S5 - As of January 2019 this is the new category name for Thatcham Category 5 but with a few changes.
Features:
- All those of Thatcham category 6 and 5 but some features are now optional such as;
- The driver ID card can now be kept on the keys.
- Remote engine immobilisation is now an option and is not a requirement.
Pros:
- Driver ID card can be kept on the keys so is more convenient
- Proactive systems which alerts of vehicle theft within minutes
Cons:
- Should the keys be stolen with the driver ID card attached it renders the system useless and becomes reliant upon the owner realising its missing.
- Engine immobilisation is not a required feature means those looking for a cheaper installation may not opt for it and less chance of recovering the vehicle.
Thatcham Category S7 - This is the new name for Thatcham Category 6 devices as of January 2019.
Features:
- All features remain the same as the category 6, just a category name change.
- Some devices in this catgory may be battery powered only and therefore not suitable for normal insurance purposes. We would never sell you one of these battery powered "wireless" units.
Fortress Vehicle Security are based in South Wales but installation of telematics can be carried out UK wide. We have installed across various locations to date including Cardiff, Swansea, Newport, Llanelli, Bristol, Herefordshire, Gloucestershire, Birmingham, Midlands, London. Our employed engineers attend and carry out a high standard of install from a company approved but insurers and manufacturers.