If you think someone placed a hidden tracking device on your car, you need a licensed professional with the right equipment to find it. Eye Spy Investigations has performed vehicle bug sweeps across Michigan for over 30 years – locating GPS trackers, AirTags, Bluetooth devices, and legacy RF transmitters that most people would never find on their own. Michigan law requires a licensed private investigator to conduct vehicle tracking and GPS bug sweeps, so whoever you hire needs to hold that license. For sweeps of homes, offices, or businesses, see our Michigan Bug Sweep Services page.
Call Eye Spy today at (888) 393-7799 to schedule your vehicle sweep.
What Our Vehicle Bug Sweeps Check For
A vehicle bug sweep covers more ground than most people expect. Eye Spy checks for every type of tracking device currently in use, including:
- GPS trackers – hardwired or battery-powered units hidden in wheel wells, under bumpers, or inside the vehicle
- Apple AirTags and Tile devices – Bluetooth BLE trackers about the size of a coin that can be attached almost anywhere
- Legacy RF transmitters – older radio-frequency “bumper beeper” devices that emit a directional signal
- Cellular-based trackers – devices that report location using cell towers rather than GPS satellites
If you’ve been told a cheap Amazon gadget can find these devices, that’s not accurate. AirTag and BLE detection requires specialized equipment. Ask any company you’re considering to show you their detection equipment and explain how it works. If they can’t, walk away.
Why Eye Spy Is Michigan’s Vehicle Bug Sweep Expert
Eye Spy was the first private investigation firm in Michigan to invest in the Teletrac cellular tracking system in the early 1990s – before GPS satellites were widely available, when only government agencies could typically afford that technology. We’ve maintained that commitment to equipment ever since, investing over $150,000 in sweep and detection equipment in recent years and continually upgrading as technology changes.
Today, Eye Spy maintains a current inventory of over 150 GPS vehicle tracking devices – which means we know exactly what we’re looking for because we use this equipment ourselves. We don’t subcontract GPS work, we don’t use middlemen, and we control all of our own records. Our investigators have testified as expert witnesses in Michigan courts on GPS and vehicle tracking matters.
Who Needs a Vehicle Bug Sweep in Michigan
Vehicle tracking device sweeps aren’t just for high-profile cases. The most common reason people contact Eye Spy for a vehicle sweep is a stalker – a current or former partner, a controlling ex, or someone else placing a tracker without consent. Other situations that typically lead to a sweep request include contested divorce proceedings, custody disputes where one party suspects surveillance, employees or executives concerned about corporate monitoring, and anyone who notices unusual behavior near their vehicle.
If you’re asking “who can check my car for a tracking device near me,” Eye Spy serves clients across Michigan from our Fraser office and conducts sweeps throughout the metro Detroit area and beyond.
Frequently Asked Questions About Vehicle Bug Sweeps
How do I know if my car has a tracking device on it?
Common signs include a partner who always seems to know your location, unusual battery drain if the device draws from your car’s power, or visible anomalies under the vehicle – though modern GPS trackers are small enough that a visual check alone won’t find them. The only reliable method is a professional sweep with detection equipment.
Can I legally remove a tracking device I find on my own car?
If the device is on a vehicle you own, you can remove it. However, having a licensed PI document the device before removal preserves the evidence – which matters if the tracking is part of a harassment, stalking, or domestic situation and you may need that documentation later.
How long does a vehicle bug sweep take?
A typical sweep takes one to two hours depending on the vehicle size and the number of device types being checked. Eye Spy will walk you through what was found – or confirmed not found – at the end of the sweep.
Do I have to bring my car to your office?
Contact Eye Spy to discuss logistics. Depending on your situation and location, on-site sweeps can sometimes be arranged.
Is Eye Spy licensed to conduct vehicle bug sweeps in Michigan?
Yes. Michigan requires a licensed private investigator to legally conduct vehicle tracking and GPS bug sweeps. Eye Spy holds all required Michigan PI licenses and has operated in the state for over 30 years.
If you suspect a tracking device on your vehicle, don’t wait. Contact Eye Spy Investigations today to schedule a Michigan vehicle bug sweep with investigators who have the equipment, the license, and the experience to find what’s there.
