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Panic Buttons for Drivers

A panic button sends an instant alert to a 24/7 control room when you are in danger.

Updated 26 September 2026 · TrackerPrices SA

Quick answer: A vehicle panic button is a hidden button wired to your tracker. Pressing it silently alerts the provider’s control room, which can see your location and send help or contact the police.

Tracker panic button vs panic app

A tracker panic button is wired into the car and works even if your phone is taken. A panic button app on your phone works anywhere, including outside the car, but depends on your phone and data. Many people use both.

When to use it

  • Attempted hijacking or being followed.
  • Breakdown in an unsafe area.
  • A medical emergency while driving.

Only press it in a real emergency, and follow the control room’s instructions.

Which plans include one?

In our catalogue, Matrix Gold includes a panic button. Other providers offer panic buttons as add-ons or on business plans; ask when you request a quote.

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FAQ

Common Questions

Does a panic button call the police?+

It alerts the provider’s control room, which can dispatch help and contact the police.

Is a panic button silent?+

Yes, tracker panic buttons are designed to alert the control room without warning attackers.

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