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⚡ Plugs in under 2 minutes. No tools, no shop visit.
Easy GPS Tracking in Tampa for Cars, Trucks and Small Fleets
Plug it into your car or truck, open the app, and see where it is from anywhere in Tampa, from Ybor City to Westshore. No wiring, no shop visit, no contract.
- Updates every 5 seconds
- No contract
- 30-day money-back
Quick answer: Tampa police reported 35.9% fewer auto burglaries in 2025, and the chief said auto thefts fell too. 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.
Tampa theft data
Car theft in Tampa by the numbers
Tampa crime fell in 2025, but Florida still lost more than 27,000 vehicles that year. A tracker is how you find yours fast.
35.9%
fewer auto burglaries in Tampa in 2025 (TPD)
27,142
vehicles stolen in Florida in 2025 (NICB)
29%
fewer Florida thefts in 2025 than in 2024 (NICB)
#1
most stolen in Florida in 2024: Hyundai Elantra (NICB)
- E-bikes count too. Tampa's police chief said stolen e-bikes are counted as stolen vehicles, and the auto theft drop would have been bigger without them.
- Sedans top the 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 Tampa drives
Boat trailers & work trucks
Put ShadowTrack in the magnetic case on a trailer, and get an alert if a truck or trailer moves after hours.
For business →Turo hosts near TPA
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-275 & I-4
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 Tampa? 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 Tampa
Runs on Verizon, AT&T and T-Mobile LTE-M networks, anywhere you have cell signal.
Downtown & Channelside
Garages and cruise parking. Check the car from the office.
Ybor City
Busy nights and street parking. Car Alarm while you're out.
Westshore
Offices near the airport. Geofence the lot.
South Tampa
Families and new drivers. Trip history in the app.
Seminole Heights
Get an alert if a street-parked car moves.
USF & New Tampa
Students and commuters on I-75. Share Location with family.
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 Tampa?
Yes, on vehicles you own, or with consent. Tampa 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 TPA or the cruise terminal while I travel?
Yes. Open the app when you have signal to see the car live, and set a geofence around the lot so you get an alert if it leaves.
Can I check on my car during a hurricane or flooding?
Yes, as long as there's cell signal where the car is. Open the app to see where it is, and use a geofence to get an alert if it moves.
What should I do if my car is stolen in Tampa?
Call Tampa 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 Tampa
Plug it in today. Track it in 2 minutes, anywhere in Tampa.
Ordering 4 or more for your Tampa business? Our team will set it up for you.
Sources
- Tampa Police Department 2025 Annual Report (2025 crime changes)
- FOX 13: Tampa and St. Pete crime at lowest level in 50+ years (Tampa police chief on auto theft, January 2026)
- 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.