Vehicle Track – GPS Fleet Tracker Device

One of the greatest developments of the past couple decades with regard to transportation systems is fleet tracking. Prior to the development of reliable monitoring, fuel costs ran out of control, driver behaviors could not be monitored, idle time was tremendously excessive, and there were all manner of unauthorized or unnecessary stops being made.

All that has been reigned in by the introduction of GPS fleet tracking systems, which are capable of providing all the necessary data so that bad habits can be eliminated, routes can be adhered to more faithfully, and delivery times can be much more precise.

Vehicle Track provides comprehensive data reporting and monitoring history that will allow you to view all your vehicles 24 hours a day. The full-time tracker module will generate constant updates providing you with stops, stop lengths, addresses, miles driven, speeds, routes driven, etc. This small GPS device will allow you to manage your business efficiently and control delivery costs and driver expenses. A variety of reports generated daily, weekly or monthly will provide you an accurate history of how your team performs in the field. Vehicle Track is ready for the future with Electronic Data Logging. Please call us for a demonstration.

How Can Fleet Tracking Help Your Business?

There are several ways that a fleet monitoring system that can be used to save your company a significant amount of money. One of the biggest areas of savings will generally come from monitoring fuel usage. A great deal more fuel is consumed when drivers are speeding, and when they make jackrabbit starts away from stoplights.

A monitoring system can monitor behaviors like this, so that drivers can be instructed or educated to modify their driving behaviors, thus consuming less fuel on the job. Many drivers are completely unaware that fast driving consumes a greater amount of fuel, so educating them about this fact can go a long way toward better fuel conservation.

Fuel can also be saved when a central dispatch department has a thorough understanding of where all vehicles in the fleet are so that jobs can be allocated more efficiently. When better allocations are made, it means reduced travel distances and less fuel will be consumed, in addition to shorter times spent on the road. When drivers have up-to-the-minute information on traffic situations and are directed more precisely to necessary destinations, it can also result in a great deal of fuel savings.

Vehicle resources are also utilized more efficiently when tracking is used, and that could even lead to a reduction in the size of the fleet, which would thereby reduce overall costs, especially with regard to fuel and maintenance. Having this kind of information available to you will also help you to identify under-utilized vehicles so you can reallocate the way those vehicles might be used.

Another way that monitoring can benefit your company is by providing solid data when it’s necessary to make insurance claims because sensors in the truck which record operational data provide indisputable facts which will be recognized by insurance companies when you have to make a claim.
One last way that monitoring can be of tremendous value to your company is by ensuring that drivers are in compliance with federal regulations regarding hours of use and driving time. This will ensure that for truckers especially, they don’t spend an excessive number of hours on the road without sleep and that they have adequate time off to recover from a busy stretch of driving.

What is Fleet Tracking?

Fleet tracking involves the use of location technology in order to track specific vehicles, and then software programs which are installed in a central location will analyze the data provided by sensors in these vehicles. Not only can it tell you a great deal about where the vehicle is and where it has been stopping, but it can provide a whole wealth of other information such as about driver habits, like hard braking or excessive speeding.

Sensors placed inside vehicles can also determine whether drivers are complying with federal regulations about hours of use, meaning how many hours of continuous driving they do. Fleet tracker systems often vary in the amount of data that they track and analyze, so you might have some very simple systems which only monitor locations, and then you might have a full-blown monitoring system which provides all kinds of data on the status of the vehicle, driver behavior, and route locations.

The technology used to pinpoint the location of the vehicle is known as global positioning, and this works by a method known as trilateration in which at least three satellites obtain a fix on the position of a vehicle, and then coordinate the data between them so that an exact position can be known. There are always at least three satellites nearby in position at any point around the Earth, so that locations can accurately be determined.

Is GPS Tracking for Fleet Vehicles Worth the Investment?

Absolutely. GPS tracking for fleet vehicles offers significant value to any business managing a fleet, whether it’s a handful of delivery trucks or a large fleet of service vehicles. From a management perspective, it gives us real-time insights into where our vehicles are, their performance, and how efficiently our drivers operate. This level of visibility into fleet operations leads to better decision-making, improved resource allocation, and, ultimately, higher productivity.

We’ve found that GPS tracking also enhances customer service. With real-time data, we can provide accurate ETAs to customers, track deliveries, and ensure that any delays or issues are managed proactively. That kind of service elevates our business, creating trust and reliability that’s hard to achieve without GPS tracking.

Additionally, the long-term savings generated by more efficient routing, reduced fuel consumption, and lower maintenance costs more than justify the initial investment. Fleet operators that use GPS tracking systems consistently see measurable improvements in operational efficiency, driver accountability, and overall profitability.

How Secure is the Data Collected by GPS Tracking Systems?

Data security is our top priority, and our GPS tracking systems are designed with that in mind. We understand that fleet vehicle data is sensitive, and we take all necessary precautions to protect it. Our systems use advanced encryption methods to ensure that all data transmitted from the vehicle to our servers is secure. This prevents unauthorized access and ensures only those with permission can view or manage the data.

In addition, the platforms we use for managing our GPS data are regularly updated with the latest security protocols to guard against new threats. We know that data breaches can be costly and damaging to any business, so we emphasize robust cybersecurity practices as part of our GPS tracking solution.

For businesses operating in industries with stringent data regulations, like healthcare or finance, having a GPS tracking system that adheres to these high-security standards is critical. We’ve built our systems to comply with these regulations to ensure data privacy is never compromised.

Can GPS Tracking Systems Be Used to Recover Stolen Vehicles?

Yes, GPS tracking systems can be instrumental in recovering stolen vehicles. We’ve seen firsthand how effective this technology is in locating and retrieving vehicles quickly and efficiently. The real-time tracking capability allows us to know exactly where a stolen vehicle is, often making it easier for law enforcement to recover it before significant damage is done.

The faster recovery of stolen vehicles minimizes the potential financial losses that could occur, not to mention the downtime for your fleet. This is especially important for businesses that rely heavily on vehicle availability to meet customer demand. With a GPS tracking system, stolen vehicles can be identified and located much more rapidly, leading to higher recovery rates and less disruption to business operations.

In many cases, just having GPS tracking in place acts as a deterrent to potential thieves. Knowing that a vehicle can be tracked in real-time often discourages theft, helping to keep our fleet safe and secure.

How Can GPS Tracking Help Reduce Fleet Operating Costs?

GPS tracking is a game-changer when it comes to reducing fleet operating costs. By providing detailed insights into our vehicles’ performance and drivers’ behaviors, we can identify areas where we can make improvements and cut unnecessary expenses. For example, GPS tracking systems help us monitor fuel usage and reduce fuel costs by optimizing routes and eliminating inefficient driving behaviors like excessive idling or speeding.

Maintenance is another area where GPS tracking proves valuable. With our system, we can set up automatic reminders for vehicle maintenance based on mileage or engine hours. This helps us keep our fleet in top condition, preventing costly breakdowns and extending the life of our vehicles. Proactive maintenance reduces downtime, directly impacting the bottom line by ensuring that our fleet always operates efficiently.

Driver accountability is another key benefit. GPS tracking allows us to monitor driving patterns, which allows us to address unsafe or inefficient driving behaviors. Reducing aggressive driving not only lowers the risk of accidents but also reduces wear and tear on the vehicles, cutting down on maintenance costs over time.

We also see savings on insurance premiums. Many insurance companies offer discounts to businesses that use GPS tracking for fleet vehicles because it reduces the risk of theft and accidents. These cost savings, combined with other operational efficiencies, can substantially reduce overall fleet operating costs.

Experts in Fleet Tracking

If you’re a fleet manager and you’ve been thinking of installing monitoring services, you should contact the experts in the business, GPS Technologies. Whether you need to monitor a team of trucks or a whole group of company cars, monitoring will provide you with all the data you need to gain some huge efficiencies with your vehicles, and you will also enjoy some significant savings on fuel costs. Contact us today, so we can discuss more of the benefits you’ll realize, and what type of tracking system might fit your needs the best.