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Easy GPS Tracking in Memphis for Cars, Trucks and Small Fleets
Plug it into your car or pickup, open the app, and see where it is from anywhere in Memphis, from Midtown to Whitehaven. No wiring, no shop visit, no contract.
- Updates every 5 seconds
- No contract
- 30-day money-back
Quick answer: Memphis police counted 5,578 stolen vehicles in 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 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.
Memphis theft data
Car theft in Memphis by the numbers
That's down from a peak of 16,062 in 2023, but it's still about 15 cars and trucks a day. The Memphis metro has the third highest theft rate in the U.S.
5,578
reported stolen in Memphis in 2025 (MPD)
427.75
thefts per 100,000 in the Memphis metro in 2025, 3rd in the U.S. (NICB)
16,062
stolen in Memphis in 2023, the peak year (MPD)
#1
most stolen make in Memphis in 2024: Nissan (MPD)
- Nissans top the list. Memphis police named Nissan, Kia, Hyundai, Chevrolet and Infiniti as the makes thieves targeted most in 2024.
- Still above 2019. MPD counted 4,023 vehicle thefts in 2019, so 2025 was still higher than before the surge.
- 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 Memphis drives
Trades & work trucks
Crews and service trucks across Shelby County. See every vehicle on one map and get an alert if one moves after hours.
For business →Turo hosts near MEM
Know your car is where the renter said, with trip history for any dispute. Set a geofence around your lot near the airport.
For Turo hosts →Families on I-240 & I-40
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 Memphis? Yes, on a vehicle you own when every owner consents. Putting a tracker on a vehicle to follow its occupants without the consent of all owners is a Class A misdemeanor under Tenn. Code 39-13-606. Full Tennessee 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 Memphis
Runs on Verizon, AT&T and T-Mobile LTE-M networks, anywhere you have cell signal.
Downtown & Beale Street
Event and garage parking. Get an alert if the car moves.
Midtown
Street-parked cars. Car Alarm sends an alert if it moves.
Whitehaven
Commutes on I-55. Check the car from your phone overnight.
Cordova
Family cars and new drivers. Trip history for each drive.
University of Memphis area
Students and campus parking. Geofence the lot.
Memphis Airport (MEM)
Long trips. Check the car from your gate.
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 Memphis?
Yes, on a vehicle you own when every owner consents. Memphis follows Tennessee law, and tracking a vehicle's occupants without the consent of all owners is a Class A misdemeanor under Tenn. Code 39-13-606.
Can I check my car at Memphis 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.
Does it work in downtown parking garages?
Usually. Concrete garages near Beale Street and downtown can weaken GPS and cell signal, so the map may show the last location until the car is back on the street.
What should I do if my car is stolen in Memphis?
Call Memphis 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 Memphis
Plug it in today. Track it in 2 minutes, anywhere in Memphis.
Ordering 4 or more for your Memphis business? Our team will set it up for you.
Sources
- Action News 5: Memphis car theft since 2019 (Memphis Police Department counts, 2019 to 2025)
- NICB: U.S. vehicle thefts experience historic decline (2025 metro area totals and rates)
- Action News 5: top vehicles thieves are stealing in 2024 (Memphis Police Department, June 2024)
Also referenced: Tenn. Code 39-13-606 (see the Tennessee 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 Tennessee attorney for your situation.