Top 5 Mistakes People Make When Buying a GPS Tracker Meta Description

Avoid these 5 common GPS tracker mistakes. Learn what to look for in a car GPS tracker and how to choose the right system to protect your vehicle.

Buying a GPS tracker seems simple enough: grab one, plug it in, track your car—done. Right?
Not so fast.

With a flood of dirt-cheap gadgets on Amazon and random brands promising the world for $20, it’s easy to pick the wrong one. And when it comes to protecting your car, the wrong choice could cost you big.

Let’s break down the top 5 mistakes people make when buying a car GPS tracker, and how you can steer clear of them.

Mistake #1: Going for the Cheapest One

Yeah, we all love a bargain. But when it comes to GPS trackers, you get what you pay for.

Super-cheap devices usually mean:

• Laggy location updates (we’re talking minutes—or miles—behind)

• Outdated tech using 2G/3G networks (which are being phased out)

• Zero customer support if something breaks

Bottom line: a $20 tracker might tell you where your car was, not where it is, and during a theft, that delay could be everything.

Mistake #2: Skipping Encryption

This one’s a biggie. A lot of budget trackers don’t encrypt your data. That means anyone with basic hacking tools could tap into your location info.

That’s like putting a lock on your front door, then handing out spare keys to strangers.

Look for systems with advanced encrypted GPS tracking—like LoJack—so your data stays private and protected.

Mistake #3: No Real-Time Alerts or Mobile App

What’s the point of a tracker if it doesn’t tell you something’s wrong when it happens?

Some systems make you manually check a web dashboard. Others notify you hours later, when your car’s already long gone.

A solid GPS tracker should:

• Show your car’s live location

• Send instant alerts if it’s moved or tampered with

• Let you report a theft instantly from your phone (yep, LoJack does that)

Mistake #4: Overlooking Customer Support & Setup

A lot of trackers sound great, until you’re on your own trying to install it, troubleshoot it, or get help when it stops working.

Before buying, ask:

• Is support actually available when you need it?

• Will they help you install it, or leave you guessing?

• Are there real humans behind the product?

At VG Motors, every system is professionally installed and backed by actual support, no YouTube tutorials or tech headaches required.

Mistake #5: Forgetting About Long-Term Use

Battery-powered trackers might seem convenient… until you realize you need to recharge them every few days.

Wired trackers are way more reliable, longer-lasting, and harder for thieves to spot or disable, especially when hidden professionally, like LoJack’s system.

Set it and forget it (and still be protected).

The Smart Way to Choose a GPS Tracker

If you want real peace of mind, not just a blinking dot, choose a tracker that works when it matters most.

Here’s your quick GPS tracker buying guide:

 

Why VG Motors Has Your Back

We’re not just here to sell you a gadget. We help you protect what matters, with:

• LoJack’s encrypted tracking

• Instant mobile alerts

• Expert installation and support

No guesswork. No gimmicks. Just serious protection.

Check out LoJack at VG Motors and take the stress out of car security, for good.