Q. As a trucking fleet, what should I look for in a telematics provider?

A. When it comes to telematics, it's important to consider a solution that provides much more than just GPS location on a map. With a comprehensive telematics solution provider, you'll gain insight into service interval alerts, automated odometer mileage for business vs. privacy reports, and drivetrain trouble codes to immediately alert when something breaks in one of your vehicles. By reviewing and analyzing this data, fleets can avoid costly vehicle downtime, improve employee safety and productivity, and increase revenue.

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Q. I run a mixed fleet, could telematics help me better spec my vehicles?

A. Telematics not only helps you keep track of your current fleet, but can help you make data-driven decisions about its future. Route optimization can help you optimizing your assets through the identification of most and least-used vehicles. Alternatively, you can potentially reduce fuel consumption and associated costs by moving to CNG after mapping out routes that include an adequate map of applicable filling stations.

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Q. I’m an owner-operator, are there any benefits to adding telematics to my truck?

A. To remain in compliance with the ELD mandate, owner-operators must install these ELDs. Telematics is an added benefit of utilizing these devices, giving you a complete view of your fleet vehicles and drivers.

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Q. I’m a small trucking company, do I really need telematics?

A. Regardless of your fleet's size, telematics can reduce costs, reduce idling, improve driver behavior, and keep your vehicles well-maintained and running smoothly.

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Q. What kinds of questions should I ask to decide on an ELD provider?

A. 1. What types of rulesets and exemptions do you support?

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Q. How do I know a vendor is ELD certified?

A. Manufacturers are responsible for registering their ELDs with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration by certifying that they meet the technical specifications set forth in the ELD rule. A complete list is available on the FMCSA website.

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