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What is real time GPS Tracking? (Why Your Fleet Needs It Now)

May 9, 2019 Published by
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Real-time GPS tracking is a system that shows the live location, movement, and status of vehicles or assets as they travel. For fleet managers, it provides immediate visibility into where vehicles are, how they are being driven, and whether operations are running efficiently. Unlike passive tracking, which stores data for later review, real-time GPS tracking sends updates continuously through GPS and cellular networks. That live visibility helps businesses improve dispatching, reduce idle time, respond faster to issues, and make better day-to-day fleet decisions. Key Takeaways Real-time GPS tracking provides live vehicle and asset location data. It helps fleets improve productivity,... View Article

How Much Does GPS Tracking Cost? What Drives the Price

April 25, 2019 Published by
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How much GPS tracking costs depends on three parts: the tracking device, any one-time setup fees such as activation and installation, and a recurring monthly service fee for data and software. Device type, how often it reports location, the features you need, fleet size, and whether you buy or rent all move the final price up or down. Because those variables differ so much from one fleet to the next, the most useful way to budget is to understand each cost driver, ask the right questions, and get a quote built around how your vehicles and equipment are actually used.... View Article

How Engine Idle Time Impacts Fleet Costs

April 11, 2019 Published by
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When you’re managing a fleet of trucks for your business, it’s always important to find ways to lower your fleet costs without negatively impacting driver performance. One of the easiest ways to cut fleet fuel costs – while simultaneously reducing engine wear-and-tear and exhaust emissions – is to reduce engine idle time.  After all, if your engines are running, but the freight isn’t going anywhere, then you’re losing money. A GPS fleet tracking system can help make this easier by automating the process from start to finish. But it’s important to distinguish between necessary operational idle time and true idle... View Article

Everything You Need To Know About GPS Tracking Types

February 28, 2019 Published by
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  If you’re interested in GPS fleet tracking, you may be wondering where to get started. Understanding the different types of GPS tracking will help you narrow your choices. You should think about what type of information you need to monitor your equipment and what your goals are. One of the first things you’ll want to know is the difference between active and passive tracking. ► Active Trackers Active tracking devices send you real-time information. If you need up-to-the-minute information about where your trucks are, the option is an active tracker. ► Passive Trackers Passive tracking devices store information on... View Article

Did a Movie Star Lead the Invention of GPS?

January 24, 2019 Published by
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They’re beautiful, they’re rich, and they live the types of lives that most of us can only dream of. Whether it’s deserved or not, the Hollywood elite isn’t generally considered to be the smartest of our society. This isn’t to imply that they’re clueless or ignorant by any means; you just don’t expect the A-listers who make their living off of looking good and mugging for the camera to really need to have the kind of brains that can revolutionize the scientific field for generations to come. As a result, you may wonder why anyone would ask if a movie... View Article