Lojack is one of the country’s leading companies that provide tracking and recovery systems for lost or stolen mobile assets, particularly for vehicles; and works in alliance with the federal, state and local law enforcement agencies. LoJack prides of a 90% recovery rate and over the years, a lot of vehicles have been saved since the technology’s introduction a few years back. It offers a 24-hour money back guarantee when your vehicle is not recovered with in such time.

Lojack’s tracking unit is installed by a certified technician in your vehicle. It is registered in LoJack’s database and is activated once you report it missing. Police equipped with LoJack’s tacking units may track the vehicle as it emits radio frequency waves that alert the police with in the 2-3 mile radius. At present, Lojack’s technology has expanded to include heavy construction equipments, motorcycles and even laptops.

Aside from its famed Stolen Vehicle Recovery System, Lojack also offers other products you might consider for your property’s security. The following is a short list of Lojack’s primed products:

• LoJack Stolen Vehicle Recovery System (for motorcycles, construction, fleet and tracking, and in transit)                                                                                                                                                       – The silent transmitter hidden in your vehicle that allows the police to track and recover it.  Cost of the equipment and installation may cost you from $595 – $695.

• Lojack Early Warning – Lojack’s early warning alerts you if your vehicle has been moved with out your authorization. The system may inform you through phone, e-mail or text message and maybe disabled once you send a personal key fob. This product is also offered in trucks and motorcycles. Cost of this system may range from $275 – $300.

• Lojack for Laptops – This is a software that enables law enforcement to trace your stolen laptop through the internet. The software periodically informs the Absolute Software (its base) of its location or if it is stolen.

So how much does LoJack cost? The cost may depend on the system you might avail, also, whether you had it installed directly from LoJack or from a retailer. The base system may cost you $595 – $695. There is no monthly service fee, but have to be serviced every 5 years. In addition to this, extended warranties are offered for 2 or 5 years which may cost you from $85 – $200.

Approximately, more than a million cars are reported missing or stolen in the United States. Of whether, it is a car, heavy construction equipment or only a motorcycle, having your property stolen is inevitable. While your insurance assures you of repayment or a replacement, still nothing beats the original. Prevention is always best; after all, security is an investment.