Theft Stop

Theft Stop, mechanical anti-theft systems for cars, vans and motorhomes in the UK

Theft Stop is a British company dedicated to the supply and installation of mechanical security systems for vehicles. Its activity focuses on anti-theft devices that, according to its approach, a thief cannot easily damage or dismantle, as an alternative to conventional alarms and traditional steering wheel locks. The company operates throughout the UK and serves both private individuals and commercial clients.

Origin: from theft victims to installers

The company traces its origin to a personal experience: its founders suffered the theft of their own vehicle and found the empty space in the garage the following morning. From that episode they set themselves the goal of eliminating the risk of repeating that situation and of combating vehicle theft in the UK through devices that resist attempts at tampering or dismantling.

Catalogue of Bear-Lock and Cargo-Lock systems

The core of its offering is the Bear-Lock brand systems, which the company presents as one of the most reliable on the market:

• Bear-Lock (transmission lock): mechanical anti-theft system permanently installed in the vehicle's bodywork that prevents the transmission from working. It is available for cars and vans with manual and automatic gearboxes.
• Bear-Lock (steering shaft lock): immobiliser variant aimed at the steering shaft.
• Cargo-Lock: device to protect the cargo space of commercial vehicles. It locks the rear and side doors of a delivery vehicle and the whole mechanism is operated by a lock located inside the driver's cab. It was developed by Bear-Lock's design department based on its experience in anti-theft security.
• Safe Box: safe solution included in its product catalogue.

The company also mentions E-Joylock systems among the popular options for cars, vans and older vehicles.

Vehicles and uses covered

The systems are aimed at owners of cars, vans, campers and motorhomes. The company expressly refers to three common situations: protecting the motorhome for family holidays, securing the van for those who store power tools inside overnight, and safeguarding the vehicle in general. It also works with commercial clients, whose vehicles are identified on its website as protected by Bear-Lock and E-Joylock.

Installation and purchasing process

The devices can be installed at the owner's home, workplace or any location that is convenient for them, as well as at one of the company's authorised centres or partners. Installation time varies between one and three hours depending on the system; in the case of Bear-Lock Cargo it can take up to eight hours. The company states that it handles enquiries 24 hours a day and does not use aggressive sales tactics, and offers the possibility of arranging a call or a prior consultation.

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