How-To Articles on using our GPS devices and software to get the most out of their functionality and capabilities.
Structured reward systems do more than just motivate drivers—they create measurable improvements in safety, efficiency, and retention while strengthening your bottom line. In today’s competitive transportation industry, driver incentive programs have become essential for fleet success. Modern fleet operations face multiple challenges: rising turnover rates, increasing operational costs, and ongoing safety concerns. Well-designed incentive programs…
When New York City committed to eliminating traffic fatalities and serious crashes through its Vision Zero initiative they faced a massive challenge. The solution? A comprehensive telematics implementation that has revolutionized their approach to fleet safety and management. Comprehensive Fleet Monitoring in Action The city’s implementation of Geotab solutions across 23,000 vehicles—including 12,000 city fleet…
It’s one thing to keep track of your vehicles as a fleet manager or owner-operator, but oftentimes you need to also keep track of assets that don’t move on their own. Geotab provides options for keeping tabs of things like trailers and more, and today I wanted to share with you a recent video I…
For fleet managers and owner-operators, rising fuel prices can put a major dent in profitability. As we head into the summer driving season, fuel demand and prices typically increase. The good news is that there are proven strategies to maximize your fuel efficiency and control costs. At GPS to GO, we offer the powerful Fuel…
Speed limiter mandates add additional factors for those considering GPS tracking and devices. For fleet managers and drivers operating in parts of Canada, a new speed limiter law went into affect 5 April that will have a far ranging impacts. From trucknews.com: Heavy commercial vehicles will have digital technology activated to help moderate their speeds…
Geotab’s Routing and Optimization software blends economic intelligence with operational strategy, reshaping fleet management for improved cost and resource efficiency. Gone are the days when telematics were viewed simply as software for vehicle tracking and safety monitoring. Solutions like Geotab’s Routing and Optimization platform have evolved their role, emerging as key assets for business growth.…
Context can change a lot of what we think we know – learn why looking at your fleet safety through a contextual lens is important for your safety program. It provides the necessary background, circumstances and conditions that help us interpret, understand and effectively respond to information. It can add layers of meaning, interpretation, insight…
ELD violations are now taken into account in a carrier’s Compliance, Safety, Accountability (CSA) score. This change is in effect as of April 1, 2018, which was also the ELD enforcement deadline. The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has released an updated CSA score matrix that includes CSA points for ELD-related violations. While many…
As the world moves towards a more sustainable future, fleet electrification is becoming increasingly vital. As a fleet manager, transitioning to electric vehicles can seem like a daunting task, but having a solid EV adoption strategy in place can make all the difference. This strategy should cover a variety of topics, including assessing EV suitability,…
Large, multi-national rental car agencies have recognized the value of a connected fleet for several years. The same cost-saving and revenue-generating use cases can work for all rental operators, regardless of size. The value proposition of telematics to franchise operators runs the full cycle of the vehicle rental process. Using data can have an immediate…
