Any Recommended GPS Tracker for Modern Cars?

SpeedAU on 23/02/2023 - 23:06

So Im keen to get a gps tracker either installed or a battery powered one that works well that can track and alert you if your car is stolen?

I see a lot of amazon ones but really not sure what is a reputable any suggestions would be appreciated.

Automotive

Comments

  • Hybroid on 23/02/2023 - 23:17
    +4

    Hide an AirTag somewhere in the vehicle. Easiest option.

    • AustriaBargain on 24/02/2023 - 01:13

      Will it alert OP if it moves from where he left it without OP in it?

      • apple2016 on 24/02/2023 - 08:42

        AirTag just needs another apple device to transmit the location. Not necessarily the owners device.

        • USER DC on 24/02/2023 - 10:45

          I would probably have had bought that too,
          There's a few problems with that though

          1. It still requires batteries (yeah they might last a long time, but still)
          2. the price is still high
          3. We still need an apple device at the end (biggest hurdle for me, I want to stay apple free)
  • dcep on 23/02/2023 - 23:23
    +1

    This one comes up on the news, so it must be reputable. Hehe.

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6nQCHw6Tqt0
    https://www.solidgps.com/

    Or, Apple AirTag

  • pegaxs on 23/02/2023 - 23:24
    +2

    There are three basic types, Bluetooth, 3G/4G GSM, and lastly, satellite communications based.

    Bluetooth: cheap but rely on phones with apps or embedded tracking, very limited range and usually no live tracking. Think: Tile/AirTag.

    GSM: rely on GPS for tracking and mobile phone data for tracking. These will give you live tracking of the vehicle, but are limited to GSM network range. You will want a 4G one, as 3G could be being switched off soon, and make sure it has the bands that suit your carrier. Think: Most of the ones on Amazon.

    Satellite: Rely on GPS for location as well, so very accurate, but do not suffer from coverage issues. So long as there is clear sky, there is tracking. Down side is they are very expensive to run. Think: Spot Trace

    You need to know how much you want to spend on the unit and how much you want to spend ongoing. Are you protecting a classic car or a shit box. Is it for theft protection, or for tracking work travelling.

    The last thing to consider is… don’t track people with it. It is illegal to install this on your wife’s/ex’s/kid’s/boss’s/anyone’s car without their knowledge or consent. Just don’t.

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