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Easy GPS Tracking in Delaware 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 Delaware. No wiring, no shop visit, no contract.
- Updates every 5 seconds
- No contract
- 30-day money-back
Quick answer: GPS tracking is legal in Delaware on any vehicle you own, lease or co-own, or with the owner's consent (11 Del. C. 1335(a)(8)). A plug-in OBD-II tracker shows your car or truck live on your phone and alerts you when it moves.
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.
Delaware theft data
Car theft in Delaware by the numbers
Thefts fell about 12% in 2025, but that's still about 4 cars and trucks stolen every day.
1,641
vehicles stolen in Delaware in 2025 (NICB)
156.3
thefts per 100,000 residents (NICB)
609
auto thefts in Wilmington in 2023 (WPD)
#1
most stolen in 2024: Hyundai Elantra (NICB)
- Sedans lead the list. The Hyundai Elantra was the most stolen model in Delaware in 2024, with 73 taken, per NICB data.
- City thefts jumped. Wilmington police counted 609 auto thefts in 2023, up from 365 the year before.
- 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 Delaware drives
Families & teen drivers
Get an alert when your new driver gets to school, practice or home.
Family guide →Turo & rental hosts
Know your car is where the renter said, with trip history for any dispute.
For Turo hosts →Small fleets
Every truck, trailer and mower on one map. Ordering 4 or more? Contact us.
For business →
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.
Delaware law
Is GPS tracking legal in Delaware?
Yes, on vehicles you own or lease. Delaware's privacy law makes it a crime to put a location tracker on a vehicle without the consent of the registered owner, lessor or lessee.
- Owners and co-owners can track their own vehicles.
- Parents can track a car they own that a teen drives.
- Businesses can track company-owned vehicles. Employee guide.
| Situation | Rule |
|---|---|
| Your own, leased or co-owned vehicle | Legal |
| Someone else's vehicle without consent (1335(a)(8)) | Class A misdemeanor |
| Parent tracking a minor child | Exempt under 1335(a)(8) |
General information, not legal advice.
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 |
Compare
ShadowGPS vs. other options
| Live updates | Monthly | Contract | Setup | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AirTag / Tile | No live GPS | None | None | Drop it in |
| BrickHouse | Varies by plan | About $17.99 to $34.99 | None | Plug in |
| Enterprise fleet software | 10 to 30 sec | Quote after demo | Varies | Onboarding |
| ShadowGPS | Every 5 sec | $10 to $15 | None | Plug in, 2 min |
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Competitor details from public pages, October 2026.
Coverage
Works across Delaware
Runs on Verizon, AT&T and T-Mobile LTE-M networks, anywhere you have cell signal.
Wilmington
Auto thefts jumped in 2023. Use Car Alarm overnight.
Newark
Campus parking and I-95 commutes. Trip history for new drivers.
Dover
Contractor vans on Route 1. Geofence the yard.
Middletown
Fast-growing suburbs off Route 1. Trip history for teen drivers.
Rehoboth & Lewes
Busy summer lots. Share Location to find the car.
Rural Delaware
Farm trucks and trailers in Kent and Sussex. ShadowTrack in the 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 Delaware?
Yes, on vehicles you own, lease or co-own, or with the owner's consent. Putting a tracker on someone else's vehicle without consent is a Class A misdemeanor under 11 Del. C. 1335(a)(8).
Does it keep tracking if I drive into Maryland, Pennsylvania or New Jersey?
Yes. The tracker works anywhere in the US with cell coverage, so a commute up I-95 or a trip across the Delaware Memorial Bridge shows up in the app with updates every 5 seconds.
Can I keep an eye on my car at the beach in summer?
Yes. Turn on Car Alarm when you park near Rehoboth or Bethany, and the app alerts you if the car moves while parked.
How fast does it update?
Every 5 seconds while your car or truck is moving.
Does it work in rural Delaware?
Yes, anywhere with cell coverage. Check your carrier's map for remote land.
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.
Plug it in today. Track it in 2 minutes, anywhere in Delaware.
Ordering 4 or more for your Delaware business? Our team will set it up for you.
Sources
- NICB 2025 vehicle thefts by state (via FinanceBuzz) (state theft counts, rates and change)
- Delaware Code, Title 11, 1335 (violation of privacy statute)
- Delaware Public Media: Wilmington crime review (Wilmington Police Department 2023 data)
- FinanceBuzz: most stolen car in every state (NICB 2024 model data)
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 Delaware attorney for your situation.