About Staffs Vehicle Security (Ben Astle, Vehicle Security Installer in Uttoxeter)
Staffs Vehicle Security is the vehicle security installation business of Ben Astle, who fits immobilisers, trackers and dash cams himself from a unit in Uttoxeter and at homes and workplaces across Staffordshire and Derbyshire.
- Every immobiliser, tracker and dash cam fitted by Ben Astle himself
- Approved Scorpion dealer, with installation certificates issued through the Scorpion portal
- £5 million public liability cover on every installation
- Uttoxeter unit plus mobile fitting at homes and workplaces
Calls and WhatsApp messages are answered 24 hours a day. No deposit is taken, and payment is by card or cash.
Ben Astle, Owner and Vehicle Security Installer
Ben Astle is the owner of Staffs Vehicle Security and the installer who fits every system the business supplies, with 8 years of vehicle security fitting behind each job.
Every Installation Fitted by Ben
Ben quotes, fits and demonstrates every system himself, so one installer handles the vehicle from the first message to the handover.
Systems Matched to Each Vehicle and Insurer
Before booking, Ben checks the make, model and year against the system and asks which tracker category the insurer requires, so an S7 or an S5 is chosen to match the policy.
Uttoxeter Unit and Mobile Fitting
The business works from a unit in Uttoxeter and fits at homes and workplaces across Staffordshire and Derbyshire, with Stoke-on-Trent, Stafford, Burton upon Trent and Derby all within about 17 miles of the unit.
Dealer Approval, Insurance Cover and Product Warranties
Staffs Vehicle Security holds six credentials that an owner or an insurer can check, covering the dealer approval, the insurance on the work, the product warranties and the installation paperwork.
| Credential | What it covers | Term or proof |
|---|---|---|
| Approved Scorpion dealer | Supply and fitting of Scorpion immobilisers and trackers at RRP | Dealer approval held by Staffs Vehicle Security |
| Public liability insurance | Work carried out at your home, your workplace or the Uttoxeter unit | £5 million cover |
| Scorpion X Series warranty | The X Series CAN bus immobiliser | 2 year manufacturer warranty |
| ScorpionTrack warranty | S7, S5 and S5 Plus tracker hardware | 24 month manufacturer warranty |
| Thatcham approval | ScorpionTrack S7, S5 and S5 Plus trackers | Thatcham approved categories accepted by insurers |
| Installation certificate | Proof of a professional fit for the insurer | Issued to the customer through the Scorpion portal |
Tracker approval comes from Thatcham Research, the not for profit automotive risk organisation that certifies vehicle security products and supplies data to UK insurers, so an insurer that asks for an S7 or an S5 accepts the ScorpionTrack models Ben fits.
Vehicle Security Systems Fitted by Ben Astle
Ben fits six Scorpion and Gnet systems, each supplied at RRP with the setup and the handover included in the fitted price.
- Scorpion X Series immobiliserA CAN bus PIN immobiliser that keeps the engine from starting until the driver enters the PIN sequence.£449 RRP fitted
- ScorpionTrack S7A Thatcham approved tracker with 24 hour monitoring for insurers that ask for a monitored tracker.£329 fitted, plans from £139 a year
- ScorpionTrack S5 and S5 PlusTrackers with driver recognition tags, and automatic immobilisation on the S5 Plus.£449 and £599 fitted
- Scorpion DefenderAn alarm added to a ScorpionTrack tracker system that reacts when a door or the cabin is entered.Quoted with the tracker
- ScorpionTrack FleetTrackers on every business vehicle, with a live map, geofences and driver scores.Quoted by fleet size
- Gnet front and rear dash camsHardwired cameras in a Full HD 32GB option and a higher resolution 64GB option.£299 or £499 fitted
The Scorpion X Series is the system most owners ask about first, and the page on immobiliser fitting covers the compatibility check, the PIN setup and the warranty in full.
Product specifications and warranty terms are published by Scorpion Automotive, which has designed and manufactured vehicle security systems in Britain since 1973.
How Each Installation Is Carried Out
Each installation follows the same five steps, from the first message to the certificate the insurer receives.
- Send the make, model, year and postcode by call or WhatsApp so the compatibility of the system can be checked.
- Agree the system, the RRP price and a slot at home, at work or at the Uttoxeter unit, with no deposit taken.
- Leave the vehicle with Ben for about 1 to 2 hours while the system is fitted and configured.
- Set your PIN or pair the driver tags, then see the system demonstrated before handover.
- Download the installation certificate from the Scorpion portal and send it to your insurer.
- Payment
- Card or cash, with no deposit taken to book.
- Fitting time
- About 1 to 2 hours for most installations.
- Hours
- Calls and WhatsApp answered 24 hours a day.
Staffs Vehicle Security Services and Coverage
The services Ben fits and the towns he covers each have their own page with prices, options and distances.
Tracker Fitting for Insurer Approved Cover
Owners whose insurer asks for a monitored tracker can compare the ScorpionTrack S7, S5 and S5 Plus, fitted from £329 with 24 hour monitoring plans.
Van Security for Tools and Stock
Vans that carry tools and stock are protected through van security fitting across Staffordshire, with immobilisers, trackers and alarms fitted at the yard or at home.
Towns Covered from the Uttoxeter Unit
Each town, its distance from the unit and the fitting options are listed under vehicle security fitting across Staffordshire and Derbyshire.
Staffs Vehicle Security Questions and Answers
Where Is Staffs Vehicle Security Based?
Staffs Vehicle Security is based at a unit in Uttoxeter, Staffordshire, and fits at homes and workplaces across Staffordshire and Derbyshire.
Who Fits the Vehicle Security Systems?
Ben Astle, the owner of Staffs Vehicle Security, fits every immobiliser, tracker and dash cam himself.
How Long Has Ben Been Fitting Vehicle Security?
Ben Astle has 8 years of vehicle security fitting experience, covering immobilisers, trackers and dash cams.
Is Staffs Vehicle Security Insured?
Yes. Staffs Vehicle Security holds £5 million public liability cover for work at your home, your workplace or the Uttoxeter unit.
Do I Get an Installation Certificate for My Insurer?
Yes. Scorpion issues the installation certificate to the customer through its portal after fitting, ready to send to the insurer.
How Do I Pay for an Installation?
Payment is by card or cash, and no deposit is taken to book an installation.
Is Staffs Vehicle Security Open 24 Hours?
Yes. Calls and WhatsApp messages are answered 24 hours a day, and fitting slots are arranged around the vehicle and the system.