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Easy GPS Tracking in Jacksonville for Cars, Trucks and Small Fleets
Plug it into your car or truck, open the app, and see where it is from anywhere in Jacksonville, from Riverside to the Beaches. No wiring, no shop visit, no contract.
- Updates every 5 seconds
- No contract
- 30-day money-back
Quick answer: The Jacksonville Sheriff's Office logged 2,081 vehicle thefts in Duval County from January 1 to October 22, 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 deputies 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.
Jacksonville theft data
Car theft in Jacksonville by the numbers
Thefts in Duval County fell about 40% in 2025, but more than 2,000 cars and trucks were still taken in under ten months.
2,081
vehicles stolen in Duval County, Jan 1 to Oct 22, 2025 (JSO)
27,142
vehicles stolen in Florida in 2025 (NICB)
40%
fewer JSO theft reports than the same period in 2024
#1
most stolen in Florida in 2024: Hyundai Elantra (NICB)
- The metro is trending down. NICB counted 3,569 thefts in the Jacksonville metro in 2024, down 15% from 4,206 in 2023.
- Sedans top the state list. The Hyundai Elantra, Hyundai Sonata and Honda Accord were Florida's three most stolen vehicles in 2024, per NICB.
- 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 Jacksonville drives
Trades & work trucks
Crews spread across a big county. See every truck and trailer on one map, and get an alert if one moves after hours.
For business →Turo hosts near JAX
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 I-95 & I-295
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 Jacksonville? Yes, on any vehicle you own, or with the owner's consent. Placing a tracker on someone else's vehicle without consent is a third degree felony under Fla. Stat. 934.425. Full Florida 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 Jacksonville
Runs on Verizon, AT&T and T-Mobile LTE-M networks, anywhere you have cell signal.
Downtown & Southbank
Garage and street parking. Check the car from the office.
Riverside & Avondale
Older streets with lots of street parking. Car Alarm overnight.
San Marco
Get an alert if a street-parked car moves.
Jacksonville Beach
Beach lots and visitors. Share Location to find the car.
Arlington & Mandarin
Long commutes on the river bridges. Trip history for new drivers.
Westside & I-295
Work trucks and yards. 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 Jacksonville?
Yes, on vehicles you own, or with consent. Jacksonville follows Florida law, and 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 check my car at JAX 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 in downtown garages on Jaguars game days?
Usually. Thick concrete decks can weaken GPS and cell signal, so the map may show the last location until the car is back in the open.
What should I do if my car is stolen in Jacksonville?
Call the Jacksonville Sheriff's Office 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 Jacksonville
Plug it in today. Track it in 2 minutes, anywhere in Jacksonville.
Ordering 4 or more for your Jacksonville business? Our team will set it up for you.
Sources
- Action News Jax: 10 most stolen cars in Florida (Jacksonville Sheriff's Office crime map, October 2025)
- Insurance Journal: NICB 2025 vehicle theft report (NICB state totals for 2025)
- News 6: most stolen cars in Florida (NICB 2024 Florida metro and model data)
Also referenced: Fla. Stat. 934.425 (see the Florida 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 Florida attorney for your situation.