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Easy GPS Tracking in Arlington for Cars, Trucks and Small Fleets
Plug it into your car, open the app, and see where it is from anywhere in Arlington, from the Entertainment District to UT Arlington. No wiring, no shop visit, no contract.
- Updates every 5 seconds
- No contract
- 30-day money-back
Quick answer: Arlington was one of the 10 Texas cities with the most vehicle thefts in November 2025, per the state's Motor Vehicle Crime Prevention Authority. 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.
Arlington theft data
Car theft in Arlington by the numbers
Arlington police say property crime fell in 2025, but the city sits in the middle of the Dallas-Fort Worth metro, which ranked sixth in the U.S. for vehicle thefts.
Top 10
Arlington among Texas cities with the most vehicle thefts, Nov 2025 (MVCPA)
21,638
stolen in the Dallas-Fort Worth metro in 2025, 6th in the U.S. (NICB)
18%
drop in crimes against property in Arlington in 2025 (APD)
#1
most stolen in Texas, Nov 2025: Chevy Silverado (DPS)
- Crime is trending down. Arlington police reported that overall crime fell for the fourth straight year in 2025.
- Pickups lead Texas. The Chevy Silverado was the most stolen vehicle in Texas in November 2025, reported 420 times, per DPS data.
- 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 Arlington drives
Trades & work trucks
Pickups top the Texas theft list. See every truck on one map, and get an alert if one moves after hours.
For business →Turo hosts near DFW Airport
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-20 & I-30
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 Arlington? Yes, on any vehicle you own or lease, or with the owner's consent. Putting a tracker on someone else's vehicle without consent is a Class A misdemeanor under Texas Penal Code 16.06. Full Texas 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 Arlington
Runs on Verizon, AT&T and T-Mobile LTE-M networks, anywhere you have cell signal.
Entertainment District
Huge game-day lots. Share Location to find the car.
UT Arlington
Student cars on campus. Get an alert if one moves.
Six Flags & Hurricane Harbor
Long days in big lots. Arm Car Alarm when you park.
Arlington Highlands & I-20
Shopping and commutes. Trip history for new drivers.
GM Assembly area
Shift workers and work trucks. Geofence the lot.
SH 360 corridor
Warehouses and fleets. Geofence the yard after hours.
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 Arlington?
Yes, on any vehicle you own or lease, or with the owner's consent. Arlington follows Texas law, and putting a tracker on someone else's vehicle without consent is a Class A misdemeanor under Texas Penal Code 16.06.
Does it help at AT&T Stadium or Globe Life Field?
Yes, anywhere with cell signal. Use Share Location to walk back to the car in a big lot, and turn on Car Alarm so you know if it moves during the game.
Can I check my car at DFW Airport 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.
What should I do if my car is stolen in Arlington?
Call Arlington 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 Arlington
Plug it in today. Track it in 2 minutes, anywhere in Arlington.
Ordering 4 or more for your Arlington business? Our team will set it up for you.
Sources
- City of Arlington: overall crime drops for fourth straight year (Arlington Police Department, April 2026)
- NICB: U.S. vehicle thefts experience historic decline (2025 metro area totals, March 2026)
- Austin American-Statesman: Texas cities and models stolen most (Texas MVCPA city rankings and DPS model data, November 2025)
Also referenced: Texas Penal Code 16.06 (see the Texas 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 Texas attorney for your situation.