Global Satellite System could fail in 2010

Reports that the Global Satellite System (GPS), overseen by the US Air Force, could fail by 2010 is worrying, but whilst TRACKER believes it is highly unlikely that it will happen, it is ready should the system fail.

Bill Raynal, Managing Director of the UK market leader in Stolen Vehicle Recovery, TRACKER, comments: “Keeping one step ahead is key to the ongoing success as the leader in the stolen vehicle recovery market. TRACKER Stolen Vehicle Recovery solutions don’t rely on GPS alone, unlike many other systems available on the market. Instead, we use a unique Very High Frequency (VHF) technology, offering motorists effective safeguards against theft, even if the GPS does fail.

“In August this year we will be launching a ground breaking, innovative system, combining the benefits of a truly integrated VHF/GPS/GSM solution. The new system will have three means of location as well as two means of communication in order to dramatically increase the chances of recovering stolen vehicles – even when professional criminals attempt to overcome our systems by employing jamming techniques.”

“The potential failure of the GPS satellite navigation system as early as next year, as well as the proven susceptibility of GPS based systems to commonly available jamming devices, underlines the potential weakness of any systems that rely solely on GPS and highlights the limitations of TRACKER’s competitors in Stolen Vehicle Recovery. We are constantly developing new and exciting products based on a range of positioning technologies, making sure TRACKER stays ahead what ever the future holds."