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⚡ Plugs in under 2 minutes. No tools, no shop visit.
Easy GPS Tracking in Albuquerque for Cars, Trucks and Small Fleets
Plug it into your truck, open the app, and see where it is from anywhere in Albuquerque, from Nob Hill to the Westside. No wiring, no shop visit, no contract.
- Updates every 5 seconds
- No contract
- 30-day money-back
Quick answer: Albuquerque police say fewer than 4,000 cars were stolen in the city in 2025. A plug-in OBD-II tracker shows your car or truck live on your phone and alerts you the moment it moves, so you can tell police exactly where it is.
Choose your tracker
Two trackers, one app
One-time hardware price. Both show up on the same map.
ShadowAuto
$69.90+ plans from $12/mo · No contract
- Plugs into the OBD-II port. Never needs charging.
- Car Alarm alerts you if it moves while parked.
- Engine codes and unplug alerts.
ShadowTrack
$69.90+ plans from $12/mo · No contract
- Battery-powered. Runs for weeks on a charge.
- No OBD-II port needed: trailers, mowers, boats.
- Add the weatherproof magnetic case.
Albuquerque theft data
Car theft in Albuquerque by the numbers
APD reported a 42% drop in auto thefts in 2025, far below the city's 2016 peak of about 10,000 a year. Bait cars and plate readers are helping police catch more thieves.
Under 4,000
cars stolen in Albuquerque in 2025 (APD)
6,769
vehicles stolen in New Mexico in 2025 (NICB)
42%
fewer Albuquerque auto thefts, 2025 vs 2024, year to date (APD)
227
auto theft arrests by APD in 2025, as of early December
- Hondas are back on the list. APD warned of 36 Hondas stolen from Jan. 1 to Feb. 19, 2025, up from 11 a year earlier. Civics, CR-Vs and Accords were the main targets.
- Plate readers find stolen cars. Officers use license plate readers to spot stolen cars in real time, and APD's bait car program led to 45 arrests in 2025.
- A tracker is the backup. Lock it, take the keys, and use GPS so you know where it went. What to do if it's stolen.
Who it's for
Built for how Albuquerque drives
Trades & work trucks
Work trucks on job sites around the metro. See every truck and trailer on one map, and get an alert if one moves after hours.
For business →Turo hosts near the Sunport
Know your car is where the renter said, with trip history for any dispute. Set a geofence around the airport lot.
For Turo hosts →Families on I-25 & I-40
Get an alert when your new driver gets to school, practice or home, and see each trip in the app.
Family guide →
How it works
Tracking in 3 easy steps
1
Plug it in
Plug ShadowAuto into the port under your dash. Every car and light truck since 1996 has one.
Is GPS tracking legal in Albuquerque? Yes, on any vehicle you own or co-own, or with the owner's consent. New Mexico has no tracker-specific law, but using a device to monitor or surveil someone can be charged as stalking under NMSA 30-3A-3. Full New Mexico tracking law.
Pricing
Simple pricing, no contract
$69.90 per tracker, one time. Then a plan per tracker, per month. Cancel any time.
| Trackers | Monthly | Quarterly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 to 3 | $15/mo | $13/mo | $12/mo |
| 4+ (bulk order) | $13/mo | $11/mo | $10/mo |
Around town
Works across Albuquerque
Runs on Verizon, AT&T and T-Mobile LTE-M networks, anywhere you have cell signal.
Nob Hill
Street parking along Central. Get an alert if the car moves overnight.
Downtown
Garages and event parking. Car Alarm while you're out.
Albuquerque Sunport
Long trips. Geofence the lot while you fly.
UNM
Student cars in campus lots. Check from class.
Westside
Commutes across the river. Trip history for new drivers.
Balloon Fiesta Park
Big crowds every October. Car Alarm while you watch.
Reviews
What our customers say
Rated 4.5 out of 5 across 205 reviews of ShadowAuto and ShadowTrack.
★★★★★
Perfect for peace of mind
"I bought this for my teenage daughter who just started driving. Setup was literally plug and play, took 2 minutes. The app is super intuitive too."
Sarah M. · Parent · ShadowAuto
★★★★★
Exactly what I needed for my fleet
"I run a small delivery business with 6 vans. Plugged it into each van, downloaded the app, and within minutes I could see all my vehicles on one dashboard."
Michael T. · Small business · ShadowAuto
★★★★★
Small business must-have
"The magnetic mount lets me move it between vehicles easily, and the tracking is always accurate. A fantastic investment for any small business."
Robert C. · Small fleet · ShadowTrack
FAQ
Common questions
Is it hard to set up?
No. ShadowAuto plugs into the OBD-II port under your dash in under 2 minutes, with no tools or wiring. ShadowTrack sits in a magnetic case.
Is there a monthly fee?
Yes. Live tracking uses a cell connection, so plans run $10 to $15 per tracker per month. No contract. Cancel any time.
Does it need a SIM card?
No. The connection is built in and covered by your plan.
Is GPS tracking legal in Albuquerque?
Yes, on any vehicle you own or co-own, or with the owner's consent. Albuquerque follows New Mexico law, which has no tracker-specific statute, but using a device to monitor or surveil someone can be charged as stalking under NMSA 30-3A-3.
Can I check my car at the Sunport while I travel?
Yes. Open the app from your gate to see the car live, and set a geofence around the parking lot so you get an alert if it leaves.
Can I keep an eye on my car at Balloon Fiesta Park?
Yes. Turn on Car Alarm when you park, and you'll get an alert if the car moves. Once it's moving, the map updates every 5 seconds.
What should I do if my car is stolen in Albuquerque?
Call Albuquerque police first and give them the live location from the app. Don't try to recover the car yourself.
How fast does it update?
Every 5 seconds while your car or truck is moving.
How do I order 4 or more trackers?
Bulk orders of 4 or more go through our team. Contact us and we'll set up the account and the 4+ rate.
More GPS tracking near Albuquerque
Plug it in today. Track it in 2 minutes, anywhere in Albuquerque.
Ordering 4 or more for your Albuquerque business? Our team will set it up for you.
Sources
- Albuquerque Police: under 4,000 stolen cars in 2025 (Albuquerque Police Department, December 2025)
- KRQE: APD auto theft down 42% (APD arrests and bait car figures, December 2025)
- KRQE: uptick in Honda thefts (APD data, March 2025)
- NICB 2025 vehicle thefts by state (via FinanceBuzz) (state theft counts, rates and change)
Also referenced: NMSA 30-3A-3 (see the New Mexico page). Pricing current as of October 2026, in USD, per tracker. Some retailer links are affiliate links. Legal information is general and not legal advice; consult a New Mexico attorney for your situation.