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<em>Jason M. — Laredo, TX</em>

This has been a game changer on cold mornings. I can warm the truck up, check the battery, and know where it is without leaving the house.

Jason M. — Laredo, TX

<em>Trevor S. — Fargo, ND</em>

Install was way easier than I expected. No cutting wires, no headaches, and it works exactly like I wanted for winter starts.

Trevor S. — Fargo, ND

<em>Mark D. — Indianapolis, IN</em>

The GPS and auto start features give me real peace of mind. It feels like my truck finally works with me instead of against me.

Mark D. — Indianapolis, IN

KEEP YOUR TRUCK READY-TO-GO.

SmartStarter

SmartStarter

4.9/5 (105) | 1,000+ Trucks Protected
Regular price $629.00 USD
Sale price $629.00 USD Regular price $699.00 USD
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The only remote starter built for heavy-duty trucks. Keep your batteries charged, engine warm and cab comfortable - from anywhere in the world.

Heat or cool your cab from home
No more jumpstarts
Monitors + protects your engine
Warranty safe plug-&-play install
Coverage across the US & Canada

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Free 2-Day Shipping
1 Year Warranty
30-Day Money Back Guarantee
Live Phone & Email Support

Save Time & Money

No Dead Batteries Auto-start your truck to charge it's batteries
No Cold Starts Auto-start your truck to warm its engine
No Time Wasted Warm or Cool your cab from home

What is SmartStarter?

SmartStarter is a plug-&-play remote start and auto start system that can be controlled from your phone.

SmartStarter has unlimited range across the US & Canada, it automatically starts your truck to charge its batteries and warms it engine, and lets you track its location with hidden GPS.

How does it work?

1. Install the SmartStarter control module

2. Download the SmartStarter iOS or Android app

3. Start, control & track your truck from anywhere

Can I install it myself?

SmartStarter is a plug-&-play system that is designed to be installed by anyone.

SmartStarter can be installed without cutting or splicing your trucks factory wiring, and is warranty safe.

Truck specific installation guides and videos are available online. We also provide live phone and video call installation support.

How does the subscription work?

SmartStarter use an LTE connection to connect to your truck from anywhere in the world.

The first year is included with your purchase. After 1 year there is $7.99USD/month subscription for this LTE connection.

Built for Volvo, Freightliner, Peterbilt, Kenworth, Western Star, International & Mack

<em>Jason M. — Laredo, TX</em>

This has been a game changer on cold mornings. I can warm the truck up, check the battery, and know where it is without leaving the house.

Jason M. — Laredo, TX

<em>Trevor S. — Fargo, ND</em>

Install was way easier than I expected. No cutting wires, no headaches, and it works exactly like I wanted for winter starts.

Trevor S. — Fargo, ND

<em>Mark D. — Indianapolis, IN</em>

The GPS and auto start features give me real peace of mind. It feels like my truck finally works with me instead of against me.

Mark D. — Indianapolis, IN

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Get Started With SmartStarter

  • Watch a live demo

GPS Tracking

Track your trucks real time location using Smart Starter built in hidden GPS tracker

Remote Start

Start your truck from anywhere in the world using your smartphone. Smart Starter has unlimited range across the US & Canada.

Low Voltage Auto Start

Smart Starter automatically starts your truck when it's battery voltage reaches 12.1 volts.

Low Temperature Auto Start

Smart Starter automatically starts your truck when it's coolant temperature drops below your preset limit.

Engine Shutdown Protection Built In

Smart Starter will shutdown your truck if its oil pressure drops, its coolant level drops, or its engine overheat.

Factory Warranty Friendly

Installs in Under 2 Hrs

100% Plug-&-Play

Factory Warranty Friendly

Installs in Under 2 Hrs

100% Plug-&-Play

Factory Warranty Friendly

Installs in Under 2 Hrs

100% Plug-&-Play

Factory Warranty Friendly

Installs in Under 2 Hrs

100% Plug-&-Play

Factory Warranty Friendly

Installs in Under 2 Hrs

100% Plug-&-Play

Factory Warranty Friendly

Installs in Under 2 Hrs

100% Plug-&-Play

Factory Warranty Friendly

Installs in Under 2 Hrs

100% Plug-&-Play

Factory Warranty Friendly

Installs in Under 2 Hrs

100% Plug-&-Play

Factory Warranty Friendly

Installs in Under 2 Hrs

100% Plug-&-Play

Factory Warranty Friendly

Installs in Under 2 Hrs

100% Plug-&-Play

Factory Warranty Friendly

Installs in Under 2 Hrs

100% Plug-&-Play

Factory Warranty Friendly

Installs in Under 2 Hrs

100% Plug-&-Play

Factory Warranty Friendly

Installs in Under 2 Hrs

100% Plug-&-Play

Factory Warranty Friendly

Installs in Under 2 Hrs

100% Plug-&-Play

Factory Warranty Friendly

Installs in Under 2 Hrs

100% Plug-&-Play

Factory Warranty Friendly

Installs in Under 2 Hrs

100% Plug-&-Play

Factory Warranty Friendly

Installs in Under 2 Hrs

100% Plug-&-Play

Factory Warranty Friendly

Installs in Under 2 Hrs

100% Plug-&-Play

Install It Yourself In Under 2 Hours

Three steps. No cut wires. No mechanic needed.

Connect the harness
01
Step 1 · 1 hr 15 min

Connect the harness

Connect 3 plug-and-play harnesses directly into your truck's factory connectors. No cutting or splicing required.

Mount the module
02
Step 2 · 20 min

Mount the module

Secure the control module under the dash using included hardware.

Pair and test
03
Step 3 · 10 min

Pair and test

Open the Smart Starter app, pair the module, run the built-in self-test, and you're live.

1h 45m Average install time
"The instructions were easy to follow and did not require much experience."
Angel C. · Meriden, CT
"The installation is not difficult. Even someone who is not a mechanic can install it."
Bob S. · Furlong PA
"I called them on the phone and they walked me through the install and set up process"
Dan K. · Indianapolis, IN
No cut wires
No voided OEM warranty
No dealer visit
No special tools

How Much Will Smart Starter Save You?

Adjust the sliders to see your estimated annual savings.

Your situation

Number of Trucks 1 truck
Dead Battery Roadside Calls / yr
avg $400 per call
No-Start Roadside Calls / yr
avg $500 per call
Missed Loads / yr
avg $800 per load
Engine Warming OR Battery Charging Trips / week
30 min drive to yard + 45 min idling × 12 weeks

Your ROI breakdown

Dead Battery Roadside Calls avoided
No-Start Roadside Calls avoided
Missed Loads prevented
Engine warm-up or battery charging trips eliminated
SmartStarter cost
Net annual savings
Payback
Year 1 ROI
Time saved / yr

Smart Starter works with Class 7 and 8 heavy-duty trucks, model year 2013 and newer, including Volvo, Mack, Freightliner, Peterbilt, Kenworth, International, and Western Star.

Yes, Smart Starter is designed as a plug-and-play system with no splicing of factory wiring required. It's built to be installed by truckers in under 2 hours. Our team is available to live phone/video call support to assist with your install.

Smart Starter will automatically shut down your truck if its oil pressure becomes critically low, its coolant level becomes critically low or if the engine overheats. It will also send a notification to your phone, and disable remote & automatic starting until the in-cab switch is reset.

Yes. Smart Starter is compatible with most automatic trucks model year 2013 and newer. It also works with select manual trucks: Freightliner 2019+, Peterbilt 2021+, Kenworth 2021+ and Western Star 2021+.

Your truck must be equipped with a safety interlock that prevents it from starting in gear. You can check this by putting your truck into gear and attempting to start it, if the starter does not engage it has the required programming. The model year listed above: Freightliner 2019+, Peterbilt 2021+, Kenworth 2021+ and Western Star 2021+, usually have this programming from the factory.

No, Smart Starter will shut down your truck if the parking brake is released without the key being inserted into the ignition.

Smart Starter comes with:

  1. A control module
  2. An ignition harness
  3. A datalink harness
  4. An auxiliary harness
  5. A hood tilt switch
  6. A start-up buzzer

Frequently Asked Questions

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