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A €75,000 camper triggers different security requirements

13.08.2026 19:00 1 min 1 source РУС
Autobahn NLD
A €75,000 camper triggers different security requirements
Original source: Autobahn

In 2025, the total number of registered vehicle thefts in France fell by 9%, but vehicle tracking company Coyote Secure reports a 30% year-on-year increase in thefts of vans and campers, attributing this to their high value, often between €60,000 and €120,000. In the Netherlands, insurer NKC imposes stricter security requirements for campers valued at €75,000 and above, requiring an approved alarm system with window etching or a gearbox/steering lock in addition to an immobilizer. It is crucial that the required system is installed and activated; otherwise, theft coverage may be denied.

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