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View compareEasy GPS Tracking in Florida for Cars, Trucks and Small Fleets
Plug it into your car, open the app, and see where it is from anywhere in Florida. Works for boat trailers too. No wiring, no contract.
- Updates every 5 seconds
- No contract
- 30-day money-back
Quick answer: GPS tracking is legal in Florida on a vehicle you own, or with consent. Tracking someone else's vehicle, property or phone without consent is a felony under Fla. Stat. 934.425. A plug-in OBD-II tracker shows your car or truck live on your phone and alerts you when it moves.
Two trackers, one app
One-time hardware price. Both show up on the same map.
ShadowAuto
- Plugs into the OBD-II port. Never needs charging.
- Car Alarm alerts you if it moves while parked.
- Engine codes and unplug alerts.
ShadowTrack
- Battery-powered. Runs for weeks on a charge.
- No OBD-II port needed: trailers, mowers, boats.
- Add the weatherproof magnetic case.
Car theft in Florida by the numbers
Thefts fell about 29% in 2025, but that's still about 74 cars and trucks stolen every day.
vehicles stolen in Florida in 2025 (NICB)
thefts per 100,000 residents (NICB)
stolen in Miami-Dade, Jan 1 to Apr 20, 2025 (MDSO)
most stolen in 2024: Hyundai Elantra (NICB)
- Elantras top the list. The Hyundai Elantra was the most stolen vehicle in Florida in 2024, with 1,074 taken.
- Running cars are easy targets. In September 2025, Jacksonville sheriff's detectives warned about cars left running and unattended.
- 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.
Built for how Florida 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 →Tracking in 3 easy steps
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 Florida?
Yes, on vehicles you own. Since October 1, 2015, it's a crime in Florida to put a tracker on someone else's vehicle or property without their consent.
- 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.
| Offense | Penalty |
|---|---|
| Tracking without consent (934.425) | Third degree felony |
| Same, to commit a dangerous crime | Second degree felony |
| After a divorce filing or protective injunction | Consent is presumed revoked |
General information, not legal advice.
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 |
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.
Works across Florida
Runs on Verizon, AT&T and T-Mobile LTE-M networks, anywhere you have cell signal.
Miami & Fort Lauderdale
Busy lots along I-95. Car Alarm alerts you if it moves.
Tampa & St. Petersburg
Boat trailers around the bay. ShadowTrack in the case.
Orlando
Theme park traffic on I-4. Share Location to find the car.
Jacksonville
Police warn about cars left running. Never idle unattended.
Tallahassee
College town on I-10. Trip history for new drivers.
Rural Florida
Groves, ranches and boat ramps. Geofence the property line.
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
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 Florida?
Yes, on vehicles you own, or with consent. Placing or using a tracker on someone else's vehicle, property or phone without consent is a third degree felony under Fla. Stat. 934.425.
Can I track my car during a hurricane evacuation?
Yes, as long as there's cell signal. ShadowAuto updates every 5 seconds, so you can see where a family car is on the road or where you left it parked. If towers go down in the storm, updates pick up again when service comes back.
How fast does it update?
Every 5 seconds while your car or truck is moving.
Does it work in rural Florida?
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 Florida.
Ordering 4 or more for your Florida business? Our team will set it up for you.
Sources
- NICB 2025 vehicle thefts by state (via FinanceBuzz) (state theft counts, rates and change)
- Florida Statutes 934.425 (tracking devices and tracking applications)
- Miami-Dade Sheriff's Office: Part 1 crimes (2025 vs 2024 year-to-date)
- FinanceBuzz: most stolen car in every state (NICB 2024 model data by state)
Also referenced: Laws of Florida ch. 2024-114 and 2025-71; Jacksonville Sheriff's Office via Hoodline, September 2025. 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 Florida attorney for your situation.


