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Easy GPS Tracking in El Paso for Cars, Trucks and Small Fleets
Plug it into your truck, open the app, and see where it is from anywhere in El Paso, from the Westside to Fort Bliss. No wiring, no shop visit, no contract.
- Updates every 5 seconds
- No contract
- 30-day money-back
Quick answer: El Paso 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.
El Paso theft data
Car theft in El Paso by the numbers
Texas thefts fell in 2025, but El Paso sits on the border, where stolen cars can cross into Mexico. The first hours after a theft matter here.
Top 10
El Paso among Texas cities with the most vehicle thefts, Nov 2025 (MVCPA)
75,269
vehicles stolen in Texas in 2025 (NICB)
23%
fewer vehicle thefts in Texas in 2025 than 2024 (NICB)
#1
most stolen in Texas, Nov 2025: Chevy Silverado (DPS)
- Stolen cars head for the border. In October 2026, federal prosecutors in El Paso charged 13 people with moving stolen vehicles across the border into Mexico. 29 vehicles worth about $1.1 million were recovered.
- 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 El Paso drives
Trades & cross-border freight
Work trucks and trailers on one map. Get an alert if one leaves the yard after hours.
For business →Turo hosts near ELP
Know your car is where the renter said, with trip history for any dispute. Set a geofence that alerts you near the border.
Geofence guide →Fort Bliss & UTEP families
Check the car from anywhere during deployments, and get an alert when your new driver gets to class or home.
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 El Paso? 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 El Paso
Runs on Verizon, AT&T and T-Mobile LTE-M networks, anywhere you have cell signal.
Downtown & the bridges
Near the ports of entry. Get an alert if the car moves.
Westside
Driveways and long I-10 commutes. Trip history for new drivers.
Eastside & Loop 375
Street parking and apartments. Arm Car Alarm overnight.
Fort Bliss
Deployments and PCS moves. Check the car from anywhere.
El Paso Airport (ELP)
Check the car from your gate on long trips.
UTEP & Sun Bowl
Game days and campus lots. Share Location to find the car.
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 El Paso?
Yes, on any vehicle you own or lease, or with the owner's consent. El Paso 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 get an alert if my car heads toward the border?
Yes. Draw a geofence around your neighborhood or along I-10 and Loop 375, and the app alerts you the moment the car crosses it.
Can I check my car at El Paso International 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 El Paso?
Call El Paso police first and give them the live location from the app. Speed matters near the border. 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 El Paso
Plug it in today. Track it in 2 minutes, anywhere in El Paso.
Ordering 4 or more for your El Paso business? Our team will set it up for you.
Sources
- Austin American-Statesman: Texas cities and models stolen most (Texas MVCPA city rankings and DPS model data, November 2025)
- U.S. Attorney, Western District of Texas: El Paso stolen vehicle case (October 2026)
- NICB 2025 vehicle thefts by state (via FinanceBuzz) (state theft counts, rates and change)
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.