What to do in case of vehicle theft ?
Vehicle theft is a stressful and unsettling event that we cannot control but can avoid. Every year, thousands of motorists and motorcyclists face this situation. That’s why every minute counts. According to the Ministry of the Interior, a vehicle is stolen every 4 minutes in France.It is essential to know the proper steps to maximize your chances of recovering your car as quickly as possible.First and foremost, make sure your vehicle has indeed been stolen. It could be a simple case of forgetting its location or a tow by the authorities. Once theft is confirmed, the first reflex is to immediately report the incident to the police by filing a complaint to initiate the search and alert the national stolen vehicle databases. At the same time, you must also notify your insurance company within 24 to 48 hours, providing the police report. Here are the key items to have on hand in case of theft :
Essential documents: Vehicle registration, ID card, driver’s license, insurance certificate.
Details related to the theft: Date, time, and location of the theft, as well as any particular circumstances (e.g., break-in, suspicion).
Official theft report.
The ZEN L GPS tracker by Beepings, your ally in case of theft
The GPS tracker is a strategic ally in this type of situation, as it allows you to geolocate the vehicle to track its movements and determine its exact location. Depending on the tracker, it can provide real-time positions or update the location at set time intervals. The tracker plays a key role in this surveillance.
You can then pass this information on to the police so they can intervene quickly.
Be careful, in case of theft, 3 key criteria of the tracker are essential :
- Its battery life: Thieves often cover long distances over several days with stolen vehicles in order to get as far away as possible from the crime scene and buy themselves time to flee with the vehicle. Therefore, it’s important to ensure the battery life of the tracker you choose. The tracker must last long enough to function until the vehicle is recovered.
- Indoor geolocation: Thieves often hide stolen vehicles for several days in garages to “make the vehicle disappear,” hoping the police won’t find it and will abandon the search. Therefore, it’s important that the tracker can be geolocated both outdoors and if it’s hidden in a garage.
- Borderless geolocation: The goal for thieves when they steal a vehicle is often to take it abroad to sell it whole or for parts. This also allows them to escape prosecution, as national police have difficulty intervening beyond their borders. Therefore, it is essential that the tracker can maintain continuous geolocation across borders, so that the relevant authorities can receive the information and intervene on your behalf.
Locate your vehicle using a GPS tracker
To effectively secure your vehicle, the ZEN L GPS tracker by Beepings incorporates several key features. Easy to install and equipped with cutting-edge technology, the tracker allows you to monitor your vehicle remotely, receive alerts in case of suspicious movement, and act quickly in the event of theft.
Conçu pour vous simplifier la vie, le tracker GPS ZEN L devient votre meilleur allié pour rouler l’esprit tranquille et garder le contrôle de votre véhicule à tout moment avec ses 6 fonctions essentielles :
1. Motion detection of the tracker
The ZEN L GPS tracker by Beepings is equipped with a motion detector that continuously monitors your vehicle.
At the slightest suspicious movement, you receive an instant alert directly on your app. Even from a distance, you are immediately informed, giving you time to react quickly and secure your vehicle before it’s too late.The ZEN L GPS tracker allows you to be alerted even before a theft occurs. This way, you can react immediately and take the necessary actions—without putting yourself in danger, of course !
2.Indoor & Outdoor Geolocation
With precise Indoor & Outdoor geolocation across Europe, the ZEN L GPS tracker allows you to know your vehicle’s location at any time and track its movements wherever it goes.
Geolocation is one of the most reliable solutions for securing a vehicle. Thanks to its technology, it transmits the exact location every 5 minutes, ensuring regular tracking and quick information whenever you need it.
3. Alert Zone
With the Beepings app and its GPS tracker, you can set a virtual security zone around your vehicle, whether it’s your home, workplace, or garage. As soon as the tracker enters or exits this predefined zone, you will immediately receive an alert on your smartphone.
4. Tracking the movement of the tracker
The ZEN L GPS tracker automatically records the complete journey history for the year. A valuable feature for :
Reconstructing a route in case of a dispute.
View the areas traveled.
Find a specific location previously visited.
Toutes ces données transmises par le traceur sont facilement accessibles depuis l’application mobile, de façon claire, sécurisée et intuitive. Un vrai plus !
5. Sharing with loved ones
With the ZEN L tracker, you can share your location and alert your loved ones who have the Beepings app. An ideal feature for :
- Tracking a loved one during a trip.
- Reassuring the family during a trip.
- Easily organizing outings with friends.
6. SOS Alert
In case of emergency, the user can trigger an SOS alert directly from the app. This feature instantly transmits the precise location of the tracker to one or more trusted contacts previously registered and using the app.
The SOS function of the ZEN L GPS tracker allows for a quick and targeted response, ensuring timely intervention and guaranteeing the safety of those who matter most.
The ZEN L GPS tracker is much more than just a tracker: it is a connected protection solution designed to meet all your needs. Whether it’s preventing theft, keeping an eye on your loved ones, or monitoring your vehicles, every function has been created to simplify your life while enhancing your security.
Easy to use, waterproof, and jammer-proof, the ZEN L GPS tracker becomes your daily ally, whether you’re on the move or on the road.
In addition to all these features, the tracker has a battery life ranging from 2 months to 1 year on standby. Even if thieves hide the vehicle for several weeks, your tracker will still be geolocated throughout.
If you want unlimited battery life, you can connect the ZEN L tracker to the vehicle’s power supply using its Beepings converter. This way, you can hide the tracker in more discreet places and stop worrying about the battery life.
Finally, the police can directly contact the Beepings team after you file a report to provide all the necessary information to quickly locate your vehicle.
Having your vehicle stolen and recovering it is a good thing, but preventing its theft is even better! Take back control by following the right steps in case of theft and rely on Beepings and its tracker.
Don’t have a tracker yet? It’s never too late to secure your vehicle with the ZEN L GPS tracker by Beepings.
