{"id":184782,"date":"2025-10-20T17:55:25","date_gmt":"2025-10-21T00:55:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/?p=184782"},"modified":"2025-10-20T17:55:27","modified_gmt":"2025-10-21T00:55:27","slug":"what-does-a-car-tracker-look-like","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/what-does-a-car-tracker-look-like\/","title":{"rendered":"What Does a Car Tracker Look Like?"},"content":{"rendered":"<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC \"-\/\/W3C\/\/DTD HTML 4.0 Transitional\/\/EN\" \"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/TR\/REC-html40\/loose.dtd\">\n<html><body><span class=\"span-reading-time rt-reading-time\" style=\"display: block;\"><span class=\"rt-label rt-prefix\">Reading Time: <\/span> <span class=\"rt-time\"> 2<\/span> <span class=\"rt-label rt-postfix\">minutes<\/span><\/span>\n<div class=\"summary-widget\">\n    <h3>Summary<\/h3>\n    <ul class=\"summary-grid\">\n            <li class=\"summary-grid-list\">\n            <div class=\"sm-item\">\n\n                                    <p class=\"sm-title\">\n                        Most car trackers are small rectangular or cylindrical devices with LED lights, roughly the size of a bar of soap or a small TV remote. Some resemble a battery or a thick pen.                    <\/p>\n                \n            <\/div>\n        <\/li>\n            <li class=\"summary-grid-list\">\n            <div class=\"sm-item\">\n\n                                    <p class=\"sm-title\">\n                        Aftermarket trackers are compact GPS-and-cellular units that may be hardwired, connected via OBD-II, or battery-powered with strong magnets. Some are poker chip&ndash;shaped tags that can be taped on and hidden under the car or in a wheel well.                    <\/p>\n                \n            <\/div>\n        <\/li>\n            <li class=\"summary-grid-list\">\n            <div class=\"sm-item\">\n\n                                    <p class=\"sm-title\">\n                        Modern cars often include built-in GPS services for navigation, crash alerts, and stolen-vehicle assistance. Aftermarket trackers monitor location for theft protection, fleet management, and rentals, but can also be misused for surveillance.                    <\/p>\n                \n            <\/div>\n        <\/li>\n        <\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"730\" src=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/different-kinds-of-car-trackers-1024x730.jpg\" alt=\"different kinds of car trackers\" class=\"wp-image-184783\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/different-kinds-of-car-trackers-1024x730.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/different-kinds-of-car-trackers-300x214.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/different-kinds-of-car-trackers-768x547.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/different-kinds-of-car-trackers-1536x1094.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/different-kinds-of-car-trackers-150x107.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/different-kinds-of-car-trackers.jpg 1600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Different kinds of car trackers | Image Source: Richard McCuistian<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Most car trackers are rectangular or cylindrical devices with LED lights. Rectangular ones look like small boxes, while cylindrical trackers resemble a battery or a thick pen.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>That said, GPS car trackers can come in a range of shapes, but they&rsquo;re typically around the size of a bar of soap or a small TV remote.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>These trackers are different from built-in trackers in many modern cars. The extent and purpose of these GPS tracking systems can vary widely depending on the manufacturer and model. Most modern infotainment systems include built-in GPS for real-time navigation and traffic. Systems like GM&rsquo;s OnStar or Toyota&rsquo;s Safety Connect can help locate stolen vehicles.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In case of a crash, some systems automatically send your location to first responders. Apps like FordPass, Tesla, or BMW Connected let owners check location, lock\/unlock doors, and more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Meanwhile, aftermarket vehicle trackers are compact devices that use GPS and cellular technology to monitor a car&rsquo;s location and movement, whether for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/are-thieves-targeting-your-car\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"theft protection\">theft protection<\/a>, fleet management, or personal peace of mind.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Depending on the type, some GPS trackers are hardwired and powered by the vehicle&rsquo;s electrical system, while some are also connected to the OBD-II system via wires.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>GPS trackers are <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/how-to-find-a-gps-tracker-in-your-car\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"easy to hide\">easy to hide<\/a>, making them ideal for surveillance. Some can stick to surfaces using strong magnets and are battery-powered, so they have no protruding wires. Car trackers can also come in the form of a device like an Apple Air Tag or a Tracki, which are small, poker chip-shaped devices that can be taped onto vehicles. Good hiding spots include the vehicle&rsquo;s undercarriage and wheel well.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>GPS trackers can track the location of the vehicle it&rsquo;s on using GPS satellite tracking and cellular technology. They&rsquo;re typically used in rental services to track vehicle fleets and monitor routing, driver behavior, and authorized use.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>That said, this tracker can also be used for nefarious purposes. Understanding what a GPS tracker looks like can help you keep on the lookout if there are any attached to your vehicle.<\/p>\n<\/body><\/html>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p><span class=\"span-reading-time rt-reading-time\" style=\"display: block;\"><span class=\"rt-label rt-prefix\">Reading Time: <\/span> <span class=\"rt-time\"> 2<\/span> <span class=\"rt-label rt-postfix\">minutes<\/span><\/span>Most car trackers are rectangular or cylindrical devices with LED lights. 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