Next-Level Security
How Your Levelling Jacks Could Stop a Thief in Their Tracks
Security is always a top priority for the motorhome community. Whether you are parked up for a night in the Highlands or exploring the coast of Europe, knowing your vehicle is safe provides that essential peace of mind. While most of us are familiar with trackers and immobilisers, a new collaboration between VB-Airsuspension and Scorpion Automotive is taking vehicle protection to a literal new level.
They have developed a system where your motorhome’s levelling jacks act as a proactive deterrent the moment an alarm is triggered. Here is everything you need to know about this innovative "complete" security solution.
How It Works: Integration is Key
For the past year, teams from VB-Airsuspension UK and Scorpion Automotive have been working to integrate Scorpion’s Thatcham-approved alarm systems with VB’s SHR (Smart Hydraulic Roller) levelling jacks.
Typically, levelling jacks are used for comfort—stabilising the van so you can sleep and cook on a level surface. However, this new integration turns them into a security tool. If the Scorpion alarm is triggered by an attempted break-in or theft, the SHR levelling system immediately deploys the jacks.
A Visible and Physical Deterrent
The logic behind the system is twofold:
Immobilisation: With the jacks deployed, the vehicle becomes incredibly difficult to move. It cannot be easily towed or driven away while the hydraulic legs are firmly planted.
Visual Deterrent: A motorhome sitting on its jacks is a clear sign to any opportunistic thief that the vehicle is equipped with advanced security measures, likely encouraging them to move on.
Safety and Compliance
One of the main concerns with automated systems is accidental deployment. To address this, the system includes a dedicated isolator switch. This must be turned on for the alarm-to-jack integration to be active, ensuring the legs don't deploy unexpectedly while you're parked at home or in a busy car park if the alarm is bumped.
Furthermore, because the integration works with Thatcham-approved alarms, it is specifically designed to meet the rigorous standards of the UK insurance market.
Real-World Testing
The system isn't just a concept; it is already being rolled out. VB-Airsuspension has equipped its own demonstration vehicle with the technology, and a secondary system has been installed at TMD Motorhomes in Warwickshire for those who want to see it in action.
Mike Wodehouse, Managing Director of VB-Airsuspension UK, noted that the initial reaction has been strong, reinforcing the idea that motorhome owners are looking for integrated, smart solutions rather than just standalone gadgets.
Want to Upgrade Your Security?
If you are looking to bolster your van's defences, there is currently an introductory offer for the community. By visiting an SHR dealer and quoting the phrase “Settle Anywhere,” you can receive:
A free alarm module (the first step in the system integration).
A free motorhome weight suitability check.
Keeping our motorhomes safe means we can focus on what really matters: the next destination and the freedom of the open road.
What are your thoughts on using levelling jacks as a security measure? Let us know in the comments or join the conversation on our Discord and Facebook groups!
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