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Easy GPS Tracking in Texas for Cars, Trucks and Small Fleets
Plug it into your pickup or work truck, open the app, and see where it is from anywhere in Texas. No wiring, no shop visit, no contract.
- Updates every 5 seconds
- No contract
- 30-day money-back
Quick answer: GPS tracking is legal in Texas on any vehicle you own or lease, or with the owner's consent (Texas Penal Code 16.06). A plug-in OBD-II tracker shows your car or truck live on your phone and alerts you when it moves.
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.
Texas theft data
Car theft in Texas by the numbers
Thefts fell about 23% in 2025, but that's still about 206 cars and trucks stolen every day.
75,269
vehicles stolen in Texas in 2025 (NICB)
240.3
thefts per 100,000 residents (NICB)
4,435
stolen in Houston, January to June 2026 (HPD)
#1
most stolen in 2024: Chevy Silverado 1500 (NICB)
- Pickups lead the list. The Chevy Silverado 1500 was the most stolen model in Texas in 2024, with 6,453 taken, per NICB data.
- Houston is trending down. Houston police logged 4,435 stolen vehicle cases in the first half of 2026, down from 6,755 a year earlier.
- 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 Texas 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
Oilfield pickups, trailers and work trucks on one map. Ordering 4 or more? Contact us.
For business →
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.
Texas law
Is GPS tracking legal in Texas?
Yes, on vehicles you own or lease. Since September 1, 1999, it's a crime in Texas to put a tracker on a vehicle owned or leased by someone else 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.
| Situation | Rule |
|---|---|
| Your own or leased vehicle | Legal |
| Someone else's vehicle without consent (16.06) | Class A misdemeanor |
| Police in an investigation or with a court order | Exempt under 16.06 |
General information, not legal advice.
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 |
Compare
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.
Coverage
Works across Texas
Runs on Verizon, AT&T and T-Mobile LTE-M networks, anywhere you have cell signal.
Houston
Thefts down in 2026. Use Car Alarm overnight.
Dallas & Fort Worth
Long I-30 and I-35 commutes. Trip history for new drivers.
San Antonio
Work trucks on I-10 and I-35. Geofence the yard.
Austin
Packed I-35 and big events. Share Location to find the car.
El Paso
Border city on I-10. Movement and unplug alerts.
West Texas & the Permian
Oilfield pickups and trailers off I-20. ShadowTrack in the 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 Texas?
Yes, on vehicles you own or lease, or with the owner's consent. Putting a tracker on a vehicle owned or leased by someone else without consent is a Class A misdemeanor under Texas Penal Code 16.06.
Can I track my car during a hurricane evacuation?
Yes, anywhere with cell coverage. The app shows the car live every 5 seconds while it moves, and trip history shows where it went if you had to leave it behind.
Is it legal to track my Turo car in Texas?
Yes, if you own or lease the car. Texas Penal Code 16.06 covers trackers on vehicles owned or leased by someone else. Tell renters in your listing that the car is tracked.
How fast does it update?
Every 5 seconds while your car or truck is moving.
Does it work in rural Texas?
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 Texas.
Ordering 4 or more for your Texas business? Our team will set it up for you.
Sources
- NICB 2025 vehicle thefts by state (via FinanceBuzz) (state theft counts, rates and change)
- Texas Penal Code 16.06 (tracking device statute)
- ABC13: Houston stolen vehicle numbers (Houston Police Department figures)
- FinanceBuzz: most stolen car in every state (NICB 2024 model data)
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.