GPS Tracking for Trailers

Whether you’re in the business of renting out trailers or you’re just using one personally, installing a GPS tracker will help you keep your property secure. You can attach one beneath your trailer or in another discreet location, and thieves and customers will never know it’s there.

Spytec GPS is a self-serve GPS tracking platform for small and mid-size fleets, with plans starting at $8.95/vehicle/month and no long-term contracts.

Here are some tips for making your trailer more secure:

Know where your trailers are at all times

When your customers are scattered across a large geographic area, it’s easy to lose track of which trailer is where. Even if your personal trailer is parked in your driveway, it only takes a moment for someone to hook it up and drive away with your property. But with GPS trackers (and the Spytec GPS platform behind them), you can monitor all of your GPS trackers in real-time, 24/7.

Get alerts when they leave your property

Normally, you learn a trailer has been stolen when you physically see that it’s gone. But using advanced GPS features like geofencing, you can create a virtual perimeter around a designated location, such as your company campus, your private property, a marina, or a storage facility. Anytime your trailer leaves this location, you’ll get an alert via email, text message, or push notification—whatever you prefer.

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Recover stolen trailers quickly

Without a GPS tracker, a stolen or missing trailer may never find its way back to you. But when you can monitor your trailer’s location in real-time, you can lead law enforcement straight to your property, or even recover it yourself.

Get the best in GPS tracking

For trailers, there’s really just one GPS tracker you need to see: the Spytec Mini GPS. It’s discreet, affordable, long-lasting, and highly customizable. With a magnetic case, you can easily attach it just about anywhere. You can also use accessories to make it waterproof and extend the battery life by 60 days or 90 days.

If your trailer is going into long-term storage, then the Spytec Max GPS tracker would be the better option. Its battery can last for up to 12 months if set to the right update speed, and it’s weather and water-proof for use in outdoor conditions.

The Spytec GPS platform

Once you install your Spytec GPS tracker, you can monitor it using the Spytec phone or desktop app. This straightforward, intuitive software lets you see all your trackers at once, and you can use convenient filters to home in on the data you want. You can access it with a computer or via mobile, so whether you’re in the office or on the go, you can always keep track of your trailers.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a contract to use Spytec GPS fleet tracking?

No. Spytec GPS operates on month-to-month or annual plans with no long-term contracts. You can cancel anytime without penalty. Plans start at $14.95/vehicle/month (monthly) or $8.95/vehicle/month (annual), and every plan includes a free GPS tracker.

How long does it take to install a GPS tracker on a fleet vehicle?

OBD trackers plug into the port under the steering wheel in about 10 seconds. Hardwired trackers take roughly 60 seconds — connect two wires to the vehicle battery. No mechanic or professional installation needed.

Can I track my vehicles in real time?

Yes. Spytec GPS provides real-time location updates as frequently as every 5 seconds on certain plans. You can view all vehicles on a single map dashboard from your computer or phone, see speed, heading, and stop duration for each vehicle.

What if an employee removes or unplugs the tracker?

Spytec GPS sends an instant alert if a tracker is unplugged or loses power. For covert installations, hardwired trackers can be hidden and wired directly to the vehicle battery, making them virtually undetectable.

Does Spytec GPS work for fleets with fewer than 10 vehicles?

Absolutely. Spytec GPS is built specifically for small and mid-size fleets of 5 to 50 vehicles. There are no minimum vehicle requirements, and you get the same features whether you track 3 vans or 50 trucks.

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