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Car Tracker in Abu Dhabi: GPS Tracking Devices, Installation and Anti-Theft Alerts
Emirtech Technology supplies, installs and supports GPS car trackers for private cars, vans and small business vehicles in Abu Dhabi and Al Ain: live location, trip history, movement alerts and anti-theft notifications, fitted by a technician after a short survey of your vehicle.
In short: A car tracker (also called a GPS tracker for car use, a car tracking device or a car GPS tracker) is a small GPS device fitted to a vehicle that sends its position over the mobile network to an app, so you can see where the car is, review its trips and receive alerts. Emirtech supplies, installs and supports GPS trackers for cars, vans and small fleets in Abu Dhabi and Al Ain, with a written quotation after a short survey of the vehicle. A tracker helps you locate a vehicle and act quickly; it does not stop a theft by itself.
Car tracker installation with Emirtech: key facts
| Who provides it? | Emirtech Technology, based at M44, Mussafah Industrial Area, Abu Dhabi, in operation since 2018. The installation is carried out by Emirtech's own technicians. |
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| Where? | Abu Dhabi and Al Ain. Al Ain work is by appointment from Mussafah; there is no Al Ain office. For Dubai, ask us first. |
| What is covered | Supply, installation, setup and support of GPS trackers for one car, several vehicles or a small business fleet. |
| Survey and quotation | A short survey of the vehicle, then a written quotation that itemises the tracker, installation, SIM and data plan and platform access. There is no fixed price list. |
| Credentials | Emirtech is an ADMCC-approved security systems company. ADMCC approval covers security systems such as CCTV and access control; it is not an approval for GPS tracking devices. |
| Last reviewed | 10 November 2026 |
What does a car tracker do?
A car tracker turns a vehicle into something you can see on a map. The device receives GPS signals, sends its position over the mobile network and the platform shows it on your phone or computer. What you get depends on the model and the plan, but most car trackers offer the following.
- Live location: see where the car is now and which way it is heading.
- Trip history: replay where the car went, where it stopped and for how long.
- Movement and ignition alerts: a notification when the car moves while it should be parked, or when the engine is switched on outside the times you expect.
- Geofence alerts: draw a boundary around home, an office or a car park and get a message when the car enters or leaves it.
- Tow and battery-disconnect alerts: some devices warn you if the car is lifted or towed, or if the vehicle battery is disconnected. Ask which of these the model supports.
- Speed alerts: a message when the car goes faster than the limit you set, useful for a car driven by a family member or an employee.
Features differ between devices, so write the ones you need into the quotation. For a view across many vehicles, with driver reports and fuel monitoring, see our GPS vehicle tracking and fleet management system.
Types of GPS tracker for a car: hardwired, OBD plug-in, magnetic and 4G battery trackers
The type you choose decides how easy the tracker is to find, how reliable its power is and whether it can be moved between vehicles. This is a qualitative comparison, not a ranking.
| Type | How it installs | Best for | Watch out for |
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| Hardwired tracker | Connected to the vehicle power and ignition by a technician and placed out of sight | A car you keep and want protected over the long term | Needs professional installation; options such as tamper alerts depend on the model |
| OBD plug-in tracker | Plugs into the diagnostic port, no wiring | Leased or shared cars, and quick moves between vehicles | Easy for anyone to unplug, so ask for an unplug alert; the port position varies by vehicle |
| Magnetic tracker | Self-contained unit held in place with a magnet or fixing | Trailers, equipment and temporary tracking | Can be found and removed more easily; battery life depends on how often it reports |
| 4G battery tracker | Battery-powered unit with its own mobile connection, placed in the vehicle | Occasional tracking where wiring is not wanted | The battery needs charging or replacing; a short reporting interval shortens battery life, so ask for the expected battery life in writing |
GPS tracker installation: how a car tracker is installed
Installation is done by a technician. This page gives no wiring steps, because untrained work on a vehicle electrical system can cause faults.
Survey of the vehicle
We look at the make, the use of the car and what you want to know from the tracker, then recommend a type and the alerts that suit you.
Choosing the hiding place
The tracker is placed where it has a good view of the sky and is not obvious to someone who does not know where to look. The place depends on the vehicle.
Power and ignition feed
A hardwired unit takes its power and ignition signal from the vehicle by a technician, so it works while the car is used and does not misbehave when the car is parked.
SIM and data
The SIM, the data plan and your platform or app account are set up, and the alerts you asked for are switched on.
Test and handover
We check that the tracker reports its position and sends the alerts, show you how to use the app and explain what to do if something looks wrong.
Anti-theft: what a tracker can and cannot do
A tracker is a tool for finding a vehicle and acting quickly. It is not a lock, and it does not stop a theft by itself.
- What it can do: send an alert when the car moves without you, show where the car is, and give you location data that you can pass to the police.
- What it cannot do: prevent a car being taken, guarantee that the car is recovered, or work when the tracker has been found, disabled or blocked from the mobile network. We make no promise of recovery.
- Hiding place and tamper alerts: a tracker that is hard to find, and that warns you when its power is cut, gives you more time. Neither is a guarantee.
- Remote immobiliser: some trackers can be wired to a relay that cuts the engine or fuel pump. It is a separate feature, not part of every installation, and it must be installed properly and assessed for safety, used only when the vehicle is stationary or moving slowly and agreed with the vehicle owner. We confirm at the survey whether it suits your vehicle.
The strongest approach is layers: good locks, a visible deterrent, a tracker and, where it makes sense, a camera. Our guide to in-vehicle dashcams explains the camera side, including a car tracker with camera.
SIM, data and app: what to ask before you buy
The tracker is only half of the service. The other half is the connection and the platform that shows you the data.
- Who supplies the SIM? and is it included in the quotation.
- Who pays for data? and for how long the plan runs.
- What happens if the plan lapses? Live tracking normally stops and you should know whether history is kept.
- Can you export your data? if you change provider, you should be able to take your trip history with you.
- Is there a phone app? and who owns the account.
What about trackers without a subscription? Live tracking normally needs a data plan and access to a platform, because the position has to travel over the mobile network to reach you. An option without recurring fees usually has limits, such as no live tracking, a position stored in the device for you to collect later, or a data plan paid up front for a limited period.
Before you buy: TDRA registration, privacy and consent
- TDRA registration: TDRA says telecom devices must be registered and approved before they are put up for sale in the UAE, and it publishes a searchable Approved Equipment list. TDRA also publishes its instructions for satellite tracking and GPS systems. Ask for the model name and registration number, and confirm the exact category with TDRA.
- Commercial vehicles: for freight, bus and school-bus permits in Abu Dhabi, the device model is checked against the Abu Dhabi Mobility approved-device list. Our GPS vehicle tracking page explains this in its FAQ.
- Tracking other people: if the car is driven by an employee or a family member, tell them, keep the data to the people who need it and use it only for the purpose you stated. For cameras, the privacy provisions of the Cybercrimes Law apply to recording or publishing images of people without consent; see our guide to CCTV privacy rules in the UAE.
This is general information, not legal advice. Confirm your own situation with a legal adviser.
Tracking one car, a family car or a small business fleet
One car or a family car. A single tracker, a phone app and a few alerts are usually enough. You may add speed alerts and geofences for home and school, and share the view with another person; agree this with the people who drive the car.
A small business with several vehicles. Once you want one screen for many vehicles, driver reports, fuel monitoring or users with different access, you have moved from a car tracker to a fleet system. Our GPS vehicle tracking and fleet management page covers that, and our guide to GPS fleet tracking for UAE businesses explains the benefits and the rules for commercial vehicles.
What decides the cost of a car tracker?
Emirtech publishes no price list. The cost depends on the following.
- Tracker type: hardwired, OBD, magnetic or battery.
- Installation: the work needed to fit the tracker in your vehicle.
- Data plan: the SIM and how long the plan runs.
- Platform access: the app or web platform and how long your access lasts.
- Features: tamper alerts, an immobiliser option, a camera or other extras.
You receive a written, itemised quotation so each part can be compared. For a fuller explanation read our GPS vehicle tracking cost guide, then request a quotation or contact us. If you want the tracker checked and maintained over time, ask about an annual maintenance contract.
Answers
Car tracker: frequently asked questions
What is a car tracker and how does a GPS tracker for a car work?
Which type of car tracker is best: hardwired, OBD or magnetic?
Can I install a car tracker myself?
Can a thief find or remove the tracker?
Does a car tracker work in car parks and tunnels?
Does a car tracker drain the car battery?
Can I track my car from my phone?
Does a 4G GPS tracker need a SIM and a subscription?
Is a GPS tracker allowed in the UAE, and do I need approval?
Can I track an employee's car?
What decides the cost of a car tracker?
Do you install car trackers in Al Ain and Dubai?
Related Pages
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GPS Fleet Tracking for UAE Businesses
How tracking helps a business with several vehicles, and what to check for commercial vehicle rules.
In-Vehicle Dashcams and Fleet CCTV
Add video to location data, with the privacy points to settle first.
Want a car tracker fitted?
Tell us the vehicle and what you want to know from the tracker. We survey the car and send an itemised written quotation.
Need a car tracker installed in Abu Dhabi or Al Ain?
Talk to Emirtech's engineers about your vehicle. Car trackers are supplied, installed and supported across Abu Dhabi and Al Ain.
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