How Does the Mi01 Tracer Work?
The Mi01 is a recovery system that, thanks to its unique features, helps retrieve vehicles or other assets after theft. How exactly does the Mi01 Tracer work? We answer some of the most frequently asked questions about the Mi01.
Why Can’t I See the Live Location of My Mi01?
Do you own a Mi01 or are you considering purchasing one? Then it’s important to know that you won’t see a continuous live location of your vehicle in the online platform or app. This often raises questions: does my Tracer actually work? The answer is yes! The Mi01 Tracer functions differently from, for example, a GPS tracker for your luggage or a live tracking system. It’s specifically designed to activate after theft, enabling tracking and recovery. The Mi01 is not a live tracker but a recovery system.
Why Does the Mi01 Tracer Sleep?
The Tracer transmits a signal only once every 24 hours. This means that on the platform and in the app, you might see an older location – possibly from up to 23 hours ago. This is not a malfunction but a deliberate choice to ensure the security and longevity of the system. Once your vehicle is stolen, we switch to a much higher frequency, allowing us to track it almost live.
What Does Standalone Mean and Why Is It Useful?
The Mi01 is a standalone system, meaning it is not connected to any external power source and operates entirely on its own battery:
- No Signal for Thieves: Since the Mi01 transmits only once a day, there is no constant connection that thieves can intercept or jam. Sabotage is nearly impossible.
- Long Battery Life, No External Power Needed: Because the recovery system ‘wakes up’ only once a day, the internal battery lasts for five years. You don’t need to charge or replace the Tracer. This is in contrast to an AirTag or other trackers, which often run out of battery within a year. The Mi01 also does not drain power from your vehicle’s battery.
Why One ‘Ping’ Per Day?
This daily transmission serves as a check. Our technicians can verify that the Tracer is working properly and intervene if there is an issue.
What Happens in Case of Theft?
When your vehicle is stolen, we increase the transmission frequency – the number of pings – of the Mi01. From that moment, we can track and recover the vehicle almost live.
Especially with caravans, trailers, or vehicles that you don’t use daily, you might not immediately notice if they have been stolen. You can check daily in the app or online platform. A more convenient option is to set up Lock Position or Geofencing. This way, you receive a notification when your vehicle leaves a predefined location or area. Depending on your service plan, our 24/7 control room also monitors this and checks with you if theft is suspected.
Stolen vehicles often disappear abroad or are stripped for parts. With the Mi01, the chances of recovery significantly increase. Almost everything with a Mi01 installed is found.
And yes, thanks to advanced technology and multiple signal transmission methods, we can even detect your machine in remote areas of Eastern Europe, your car in a shipping container headed to West Africa, or your camper hidden in a garage ready to be dismantled. But we prefer to act quickly and return your vehicle and assets as soon as possible. A certified control centre and our specially trained recovery team do everything possible to recover a stolen vehicle.
For Which Vehicles and Objects Is the Mi01 Suitable?
In short: for anything that moves. Thanks to its compact, waterproof, and standalone design, the Mi01 is widely applicable:
- Passenger cars, especially if a Thatcham S5 system is required by insurers
- Motorcycles
- Work vans, passenger transport buses, food trucks
- Caravans, trailers, semi-trailers
- Boats and jet skis
- Classic cars or vintage vehicles
- Construction equipment, agricultural machinery, excavators, telehandlers, forklifts, aerial work platforms, and large tools
- Even expensive medical equipment used by paramedics
A major advantage is that you can manage your vehicles and assets in one platform and app.
Ask your dealer or insurer about the best option for your needs and possible discounts, or contact us directly for more information!
What Makes the Mi01 the Best Solution?
We have developed and continuously improved the Mi01 in-house to meet the highest (insurance) standards. When used correctly, the Mi01 lasts five years without needing recharging or battery replacements. And in case of theft, a specially trained recovery team is ready to track down your vehicle, with a 94% recovery success rate.
All of this makes the Mi01 the ultimate post-theft security option for everything that moves.