Connected Vehicle — Residential
Smart Security For The Road — Connected Car
A smart home security system gives you confidence. Connected Car brings that same confidence to the road — with visibility into driving behavior, maintenance status, and your vehicle's location at all times.
Professionally installed. Plugs into your vehicle's OBD-II port.
GPS Location
Alerts
Maintenance Alerts
Easy Install
Protect Your Car & Your Loved Ones Everywhere They Go
Connected Car plugs into your vehicle and gives you direct insight into diagnostics, location, and driver behavior. If anything is wrong, you get notified right away through The Monitoring Center app.
Keep an Eye On Your Favorite Drivers
Real-time alerts for sudden acceleration, hard braking, and speeding help you stay aware when family members are on the road. Whether it's a teen driver or a family member on a long trip, you'll always know how the vehicle is being driven.
Stay One Step Ahead of Emergency Repairs
Get proactive maintenance alerts for low fuel, low battery, and engine issues before they become costly emergencies. Connected Car monitors your vehicle's health continuously and notifies you the moment something needs attention — so you're never caught off guard.
Park Your Car With Confidence
If there is unexpected movement — whether in a parking lot, at night, or while you're away — you get alerted immediately. If your vehicle is towed or you simply forget where you parked, Connected Car lets you locate it quickly from your phone.
Enhance Your Smart Home Experience
Connected Car integrates with your smart home routines, helping automate comfort and improve everyday awareness. Pair it with your TMC home security system for a complete picture of protection — at home and on the road. Connected Car is managed through its own dedicated app, separate from the TMC security app.
Live Safe. Live Well.
Experience total protection with professionally installed security and connected intelligence for both your home and your vehicle — each managed through their own dedicated apps.
☎ Call 1-866-247-4999Everything Connected Car Does For You
Live Location
See exactly where your vehicle is at any moment, right from your phone.
Driver Alerts
Get notified for speeding, hard braking, and sudden acceleration events.
Maintenance Alerts
Low fuel, low battery, engine trouble codes — know before problems escalate.
Movement Alerts
Unexpected movement or towing triggers an immediate alert to your phone.
Connected Car vs. Standard Vehicle Insurance Tracking
| Feature | TMC Connected Car | Insurance Telematics |
|---|---|---|
| Real-time GPS location | ✓ Yes — live tracking | ✕ Not typically included |
| Unexpected movement alerts | ✓ Instant notifications | ✕ No |
| Tow detection | ✓ Yes | ✕ No |
| Maintenance health alerts | ✓ DTC, battery, fuel | Limited |
| Smart home integration | ✓ Full TMC platform | ✕ No |
| Works for any driver/family | ✓ Yes | Policyholder only |
| Data shared with insurer | ✓ No — private to you | ✕ Yes — can affect rates |
Simple, Transparent Pricing
One plug-in device, one monthly fee, complete vehicle awareness — no long-term contracts required.
Professionally installed. Works with any OBD-II compatible vehicle (most vehicles 1996+).
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Connected Car install?
Connected Car uses a small OBD-II plug-in device that installs directly into your vehicle's diagnostic port — typically located under the dashboard. It takes seconds and requires no tools or wiring.
Which vehicles are compatible?
Any vehicle with an OBD-II port is compatible, which includes most cars, trucks, and SUVs manufactured in 1996 or later. Contact us to confirm compatibility for your specific vehicle.
Will this work with my existing TMC home security system?
Yes. Connected Car is part of The Monitoring Center's broader platform and works alongside your TMC home security system. Note that Connected Car is managed through its own separate dedicated app.
What alerts will I receive?
You can receive alerts for speeding, hard braking, sudden acceleration, unexpected vehicle movement, towing, low fuel, low battery, and engine diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs).
Can I track multiple family vehicles?
Yes. You can connect multiple vehicles to your account. Each vehicle requires its own OBD-II device and monthly subscription at $13.99/vehicle/month.
Is my data shared with anyone?
No. Your vehicle data is private and visible only to you through The Monitoring Center app. It is not shared with insurance companies or any third parties.
Does Connected Car work if the car is turned off?
Yes. The OBD-II device maintains a connection to the vehicle even when the engine is off, allowing it to detect unexpected movement, towing events, and battery status at all times.
Is professional installation required?
The OBD-II device is a plug-in with no tools required. Our team is available to walk you through setup and configuration to ensure everything is working correctly from day one.