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Easy GPS Tracking in Dallas for Cars, Trucks and Small Fleets
Plug it into your truck, open the app, and see where it is from anywhere in Dallas, from Deep Ellum to Oak Cliff. No wiring, no shop visit, no contract.
- Updates every 5 seconds
- No contract
- 30-day money-back
Quick answer: Dallas police logged 6,867 motor vehicle thefts from January 1 to October 27, 2026. 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.
Dallas theft data
Car theft in Dallas by the numbers
That is still more than 20 cars and trucks a day. Thefts are down about a quarter from 2025, and the Dallas-Fort Worth metro ranked sixth in the U.S. last year.
6,867
motor vehicle thefts in Dallas, Jan 1 to Oct 27, 2026 (DPD)
21,638
stolen in the Dallas-Fort Worth metro in 2025, 6th in the U.S. (NICB)
26%
fewer DPD theft cases than the same period of 2025
#1
most stolen in Texas, Nov 2025: Chevy Silverado (DPS)
- Dallas is near the top in Texas. Dallas had the second most vehicle thefts of any Texas city in November 2025, behind only Houston, per the Texas Motor Vehicle Crime Prevention Authority.
- Thefts cluster in busy areas. DPD has named Bishop Arts, Exall Park and the Technology Boulevard and Northwest Highway area among its auto theft hot spots.
- 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 Dallas drives
Trades & work trucks
Pickups top the Texas theft list. See every truck on one map, and get an alert if one leaves the yard after hours.
For business →Turo hosts near DFW & Love Field
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 LBJ & the Tollway
Get an alert when your new driver gets to school, practice or home, and see each trip on I-635 or the Dallas North Tollway.
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 Dallas? 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 Dallas
Runs on Verizon, AT&T and T-Mobile LTE-M networks, anywhere you have cell signal.
Bishop Arts
A DPD auto theft hot spot. Arm Car Alarm when you park.
Exall Park
Also on DPD's hot spot list. Get an alert if a street-parked car moves.
Northwest Hwy & Technology Blvd
DPD hot spot. Check the car from your desk or phone.
Deep Ellum & Uptown
Busy nights and street parking. Share Location to find the car.
Love Field
Close-in airport parking. Geofence the lot while you fly.
Stemmons Corridor
Work trucks and warehouses. 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 Dallas?
Yes, on any vehicle you own or lease, or with the owner's consent. Dallas 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.
Can I check my car at DFW or Love Field 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 at the State Fair or a Fair Park event?
Yes, anywhere with cell signal. Use Share Location to walk back to the car, and turn on Car Alarm so you know if it moves while you're inside.
What should I do if my car is stolen in Dallas?
Call Dallas 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 Dallas
Plug it in today. Track it in 2 minutes, anywhere in Dallas.
Ordering 4 or more for your Dallas business? Our team will set it up for you.
Sources
- Dallas Police NIBRS weekly crime briefing (Dallas Police Department, year to date through Oct 27, 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)
- CBS Texas: auto thefts drop across North Texas (Dallas Police Department hot spots, 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.