GPS trackers for cars

GPS trackers for cars show your vehicle’s location in real time in a phone app and help you find it if it’s stolen. You’ll find magnetic battery trackers that need no wiring, trackers powered by the car’s electrical system and models for the OBD diagnostic port.

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GPS trackers for cars

Magnetic trackers with a built-in battery stick to metal surfaces in the boot, under a seat or on the underbody and need no installation. Battery life depends on its capacity and on how often the tracker sends its location. Models powered by the car’s electrical system only have a small backup battery, while OBD trackers simply plug into the diagnostic port.

They find their position using GPS, the mobile network and Wi-Fi, and the app also shows your route history. You get alerts for movement or vibration, leaving a set zone, speeding or a low battery. Tracking requires a SIM card with a data plan, and some models include one, according to the manufacturer. 2G networks are being switched off in many countries, so choose a tracker with 4G.

Have a hardwired tracker fitted by a professional, and mount magnetic models so they can’t come loose while driving. You may only track your own vehicle. If someone else drives it, or it belongs to someone else, you need the driver’s consent.