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⚡ Plugs in under 2 minutes. No tools, no shop visit.
Easy GPS Tracking in Boston for Cars, Trucks and Small Fleets
Plug it into your car or work van, open the app, and see where it is from anywhere in Boston, from Dorchester to the Back Bay. No wiring, no shop visit, no contract.
- Updates every 5 seconds
- No contract
- 30-day money-back
Quick answer: Boston police logged 1,193 auto thefts in 2025. A plug-in OBD-II tracker shows your car or van 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.
Boston theft data
Car theft in Boston by the numbers
1,193 auto thefts in 2025 is about three cars a day, and the first half of 2026 ran ahead of the same months in 2025.
1,193
auto thefts in Boston, Jan 1 to Dec 28, 2025 (BPD)
6,393
stolen in Massachusetts in 2025 (NICB)
570
Boston auto thefts, Jan to June 28, 2026, up from 526 (BPD)
#1
most stolen in Massachusetts in 2025: Hyundai Sonata (NICB)
- Sonatas and Accords lead. NICB counted 209 Hyundai Sonatas and 198 Honda Accords stolen in Massachusetts in 2025, the top two models.
- Below average, still steady. Boston's 2025 count came in under its five-year average of 1,253.4 auto thefts, per BPD.
- 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 Boston drives
Trades & work vans
Vans and pickups on tight city streets. See every vehicle on one map, and get an alert if one moves after hours.
For business →Turo hosts near Logan
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-93 & the Mass Pike
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 Boston? Yes, on vehicles you own or co-own, or with the owner's consent. Massachusetts has no tracker-specific law, but using a tracker to follow or harass someone can be charged as criminal harassment or stalking under M.G.L. c. 265, sections 43A and 43. Full Massachusetts 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 Boston
Runs on Verizon, AT&T and T-Mobile LTE-M networks, anywhere you have cell signal.
Logan Airport
Long trips out of East Boston. Check the car from your gate.
Seaport
Garages under new towers. The map keeps the last location underground.
Dorchester
Street parking on triple-decker blocks. Arm Car Alarm overnight.
Fenway
Game nights near the ballpark. Share Location to find the car after.
Allston & Brighton
Student cars and tight parking. Movement alerts while parked.
South Boston
Contractor vans on job sites. 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 Boston?
Yes, on vehicles you own or co-own, or with the owner's consent. Boston follows Massachusetts law, which has no tracker-specific statute, but using a tracker to follow or harass someone can be charged under M.G.L. c. 265, sections 43A and 43.
Can I check my car at Logan 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 find my car if it was towed in a snow emergency?
The app shows where the car is whenever it has cell signal, so you can see if it was moved and where it went.
What should I do if my car is stolen in Boston?
Call Boston 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 Boston
Plug it in today. Track it in 2 minutes, anywhere in Boston.
Ordering 4 or more for your Boston business? Our team will set it up for you.
Sources
- Boston Police: weekly crime overview, Dec 28, 2025 (2025 auto theft count and five-year average)
- Boston Police: weekly crime overview, June 28, 2026 (2026 year-to-date auto thefts)
- WWLP: vehicles stolen most in Massachusetts (NICB 2025 model data)
- NICB 2025 vehicle thefts by state (via FinanceBuzz) (state theft counts)
Also referenced: M.G.L. c. 265, sections 43 and 43A (see the Massachusetts 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 Massachusetts attorney for your situation.