RV thefts are on the rise. An RV GPS tracker will help recover your investment if thieves decide to steal it. Here's what to look for in choosing a tracker and how to install it.

This week on Episode 474 of the RV Podcast:

* Why your RV needs a GPS tracker

* Why you may want not to take your RV on the Pennsylvania Turnpike!

* Apps to help RVers easily send out their holiday greetings

* All this, plus the RV News of the Week and your questions coming up in Episode #474 of the RV Podcast

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Interview of the Week: Installing an RV GPS Tracker

This is not the type of GPS tracker we need...watch the video to see more.

This week, we’re going to talk about how to combat a growing problem facing RV owners - Theft.

Your RV is more than just a vehicle; it's a home on wheels. Safeguarding this significant investment is crucial, and a GPS tracker provides an additional layer of security. In the unfortunate event of theft, having real-time location data significantly increases the chances of recovering your beloved RV.

Every week we hear about stolen RVs that are never recovered. Just the other day, a Class A motorhome was stolen from Myrtle Beach and the owner said, “My whole life is in that RV. I want it back.”

But like so many other stolen RVs, police have no clue where it is and the likelihood of it being found and recovered is pretty slim.

That’s where a GPS tracker would help. First, it would have alerted the owner when his RV was moved. And more importantly it would allow police to know where it is and then recover it.

Recently we told the story of a camper whose RV was stolen from an RV storage facility in California and she was never notified. During that interview, we shared several tips that you could take to safeguard your RV, and today we would like to share one more.

Our guest is Conrad Galambos, president of Solutions into Motion LTD which owns a product called WhereSafe, a GPS tracking device. Conrad explains various ways a GPS tracker on an RV can be used by RVers, that you'll not want to miss.

Listen or watch the interview with the players above.

Meantime...

What is an RV GPS Tracker?

RV GPS tracker devices are specialized tracking systems designed for recreational vehicles (RVs) to help owners keep tabs on the location and status of their vehicles. These devices utilize Global Positioning System (GPS) technology to determine the precise location of the RV and often provide additional features for enhanced monitoring and security.

Here are some key aspects of RV GPS tracker devices:

* Location Tracking: The primary function of an RV GPS tracker is to provide real-time location information. This allows owners to know the current whereabouts of their RV, which can be crucial for planning trips, ensuring security, and locating the vehicle in case of theft.

* Geo-Fencing: Many RV GPS trackers offer geo-fencing cap...