A hardwired 4G car GPS tracker is a set-and-forget way to keep an eye on your car or 4WD. Fast E can supply and fit anti-theft trackers on the Sunshine Coast. We hide the unit, wire it to the vehicle’s power and check it reports in before you drive away.
Why fit a hardwired car GPS tracker?
Plug-in and stick-on trackers are easy to fit. However, they’re also easy to find and remove. A hardwired tracker is tucked away and connected to the car’s own power, so it’s much less obvious.
Because it runs off the vehicle, you don’t need to remember to charge it either. As a result, it keeps working in the background while you get on with life.
Anti-theft tracking for cars and 4WDs
For many owners, theft is the main reason to fit a tracker. If the car isn’t where you left it, a tracker gives you a way to see where it has gone.
A tracker can also help in everyday ways. For example, you can check where the car is parked, or see that the 4WD is still at home while you’re away.
4WDs and touring vehicles
Touring 4WDs often carry expensive gear. Plus, they’re sometimes parked at trailheads or campsites for days. A hidden tracker suits that kind of use. If you tow a van, see our caravan and trailer GPS tracker page too.
Why 4G matters
Australia’s 3G mobile networks have been switched off. Therefore, any tracker that relied on 3G to send its location has stopped reporting. A tracker fitted today needs to work on 4G or newer networks.
If your car already has an older unit, read our guide to replacing a 3G GPS tracker. We can remove the old unit and fit a 4G replacement.
How we fit a car GPS tracker
Every car is different, so we start with a chat. Here’s how a typical job goes:
- First, we talk about the car, how you use it and what you want from the tracker.
- Next, we suggest a suitable hardwired 4G tracker and explain the plan options.
- Then we fit it in a hidden spot and wire it neatly to the car’s power.
- Finally, we check it reports in and show you how to use it.
We don’t share where we hide trackers, for obvious reasons. Instead, we pick a spot that suits your vehicle and keeps the wiring tidy.
Monthly plan or no monthly fee?
A hardwired 4G tracker uses the mobile network to send updates, so it usually needs a plan. By contrast, Bluetooth tags such as AirTag don’t need a plan but rely on nearby devices.
Our GPS tracker vs AirTag guide sets out the differences. Either way, we’ll talk you through options with and without a monthly plan before we fit anything.
Frequently asked questions
Will a hardwired tracker drain my car battery?
It shouldn’t, as long as the tracker suits the car and it’s wired correctly. Still, let us know if the car sits for long periods, and we’ll factor that in.
Can you fit a tracker to my 4WD?
Yes. We fit trackers to cars, 4WDs and touring vehicles. Chat with us about your make and model.
Can I bring my own tracker?
Yes. If you already have a tracker, we can check it suits your vehicle and fit it for you.
Do you do utes and work vans too?
Yes. See our page on ute, van and small fleet GPS tracking.
Get a car GPS tracker fitted
Ready for a hidden 4G tracker? Chat with us and we’ll recommend an option. You can also see all our GPS tracker installation services on the Sunshine Coast.