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Easy GPS Tracking in San Antonio for Cars, Trucks and Small Fleets
Plug it into your truck, open the app, and see where it is from anywhere in San Antonio, from Stone Oak to the South Side. No wiring, no shop visit, no contract.
- Updates every 5 seconds
- No contract
- 30-day money-back
Quick answer: San Antonio police counted 9,571 motor vehicle thefts 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.
San Antonio theft data
Car theft in San Antonio by the numbers
9,571 in a year is about 26 cars and trucks a day. Thefts fell in 2025 and are still falling in 2026, but San Antonio ranked third among Texas cities in November 2025.
9,571
motor vehicle thefts in San Antonio in 2025 (SAPD)
75,269
vehicles stolen in Texas in 2025 (NICB)
15.7%
fewer SAPD theft cases, Jan to Sep 2026 vs 2025
#1
most stolen in Texas, Nov 2025: Chevy Silverado (DPS)
- A big drop in 2025. SAPD logged 12,869 motor vehicle thefts in 2024 and 9,571 in 2025, a 25.6% decline.
- Still third in Texas. San Antonio had the third most vehicle thefts of any Texas city in November 2025, per the Texas Motor Vehicle Crime Prevention Authority.
- 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 San Antonio drives
Trades & work trucks
Pickups top the Texas theft list. See every truck and trailer on one map, and get an alert if one moves after hours.
For business →Turo hosts near SAT
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 Loop 410 & 1604
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 San Antonio? 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 San Antonio
Runs on Verizon, AT&T and T-Mobile LTE-M networks, anywhere you have cell signal.
Downtown & the River Walk
Garages and event parking. Share Location to find the car.
Stone Oak & Loop 1604
Driveways and long commutes. Trip history for new drivers.
San Antonio Airport (SAT)
Check the car from your gate on long trips.
Joint Base San Antonio
Deployments and PCS moves. Check the car from anywhere.
Port San Antonio
Work trucks and equipment. Geofence the yard after hours.
I-35 & I-10 corridors
Trailers on the move. ShadowTrack in the magnetic 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 San Antonio?
Yes, on any vehicle you own or lease, or with the owner's consent. San Antonio 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 check my car at San Antonio 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 garages near the River Walk?
Usually. Thick concrete garages 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 San Antonio?
Call San Antonio 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 San Antonio
Plug it in today. Track it in 2 minutes, anywhere in San Antonio.
Ordering 4 or more for your San Antonio business? Our team will set it up for you.
Sources
- SAPD crime statistics, January to December 2025 (San Antonio Police Department, 2024 vs 2025)
- SAPD crime statistics, January to September 2026 (San Antonio Police Department, 2025 vs 2026)
- NICB 2025 vehicle thefts by state (via FinanceBuzz) (state theft counts, rates and change)
- Austin American-Statesman: Texas cities and models stolen most (Texas MVCPA city rankings and DPS model data, November 2025)
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.