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Easy GPS Tracking in Cleveland 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 Cleveland, from Ohio City to University Circle. No wiring, no shop visit, no contract.
- Updates every 5 seconds
- No contract
- 30-day money-back
Quick answer: Cleveland police reported 3,654 stolen vehicles in the year to September 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.
Cleveland theft data
Car theft in Cleveland by the numbers
3,654 stolen in a year is about 10 cars and trucks a day. Ohio thefts fell 17% in 2025, but Ohio still had the 6th most thefts of any state.
3,654
vehicles reported stolen in Cleveland in the year to Sept. 2025 (CDP)
20,628
stolen in Ohio in 2025, 6th most of any state (NICB)
17%
fewer thefts in Ohio in 2025 than in 2024 (NICB)
#1
most stolen in Ohio, 2024: Hyundai Elantra (NICB)
- Downtown sees the most break-ins. Cleveland police logged 546 vehicle trespass reports Downtown in the past year, the most of any neighborhood, per 19 News.
- Elantras lead Ohio. The Hyundai Elantra was the most stolen model in Ohio in 2024, per NICB data compiled by FinanceBuzz.
- 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 Cleveland drives
Trades & work trucks
Vans and pickups on job sites across the east and west sides. See every one on one map, and get an alert if one moves after hours.
For business →Turo hosts near Hopkins (CLE)
See that 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-90 & I-480
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 Cleveland? Yes, on any vehicle you own. Putting a tracker on someone else's vehicle without their consent is a first-degree misdemeanor under Ohio Rev. Code 2903.216, and it can rise to a felony. Full Ohio 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 Cleveland
Runs on Verizon, AT&T and T-Mobile LTE-M networks, anywhere you have cell signal.
Downtown
Most vehicle trespass reports in the city (CDP). Arm Car Alarm.
Ohio City
Second on CDP's break-in list. Get an alert if a parked car moves.
Detroit-Shoreway
Also on CDP's break-in list. Arm Car Alarm overnight.
University Circle
Hospital and campus parking. Check the car from your phone.
Hopkins Airport (CLE)
Geofence the lot while you fly.
The Flats & the lakefront
Trailers and equipment. ShadowTrack in the magnetic case.
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 Cleveland?
Yes, on any vehicle you own. Cleveland follows Ohio law, and putting a tracker on someone else's vehicle without their consent is a first-degree misdemeanor under Ohio Rev. Code 2903.216, and it can rise to a felony.
Can I check my car at Hopkins 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.
Does it work through a Cleveland winter?
Yes. ShadowAuto runs off the car's OBD-II port, so it never needs charging in the cold, and it reports anywhere with cell coverage.
What should I do if my car is stolen in Cleveland?
Call Cleveland 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 Cleveland
Plug it in today. Track it in 2 minutes, anywhere in Cleveland.
Ordering 4 or more for your Cleveland business? Our team will set it up for you.
Sources
- 19 News: Cleveland's top car crime hotspots (Cleveland Division of Police data, September 2025)
- NICB: U.S. vehicle thefts experience historic decline (2025 metro and state totals)
- NICB 2025 vehicle thefts by state (via FinanceBuzz) (state theft counts, rates and change)
- FinanceBuzz: most stolen car in every state (NICB model data)
Also referenced: Ohio Rev. Code 2903.216 (see the Ohio 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 an Ohio attorney for your situation.