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How an in-vehicle tracking system can save on maintenance costs
Following on from several trends in the area of fleet management, an in-vehicle tracking system can be a great way to save on cost. There are a few ways that an in-vehicle tracking system can help manage your fleet. Let´s explore how.
GPS Tracking and Maintenance
Taking the step to install a GPS tracking device in a vehicle, you can observe first hand any movements made. This will help you to save on maintenance costs in several areas.
Firstly, you will reduce precious time spent idle. You can observe driver behaviour (Care Driving - Eco Driving), from beginning to end. Thus, you can monitor time spent idling and take action to correct this. The benefit to this is clear. The wear-and-tear on the engine is less, therefore you will save on the upkeep. Indeed, by installing an in-vehicle tracking system, you can stay up-to-date on the general condition of the vehicle.
Furthermore, by installing a GPS tracking device you can clearly monitor the whereabouts of the vehicle at any time. This will prevent any unauthorized usage which may result in damage. By doing this, you will be able to monitor your drivers and their treatment of your fleet. In fact, by using in-vehicle tracking systems, you can ensure that your vehicle is exactly where it should be, at any given time. This will ensure that the vehicle is utilized correctly during working hours. Stopping unauthorized driving will decrease the strains put on the vehicle. Thereby, you will save considerably on maintenance costs.
In-vehicle tracking system and efficiency
An important part of fleet maintenance is understanding what exactly needs to be maintained and when. An in-vehicle tracking system will allow you to keep on top of any due maintenance. This will cut out unnecessary time spent off the road and in the garage. Many devices nowadays allow you to schedule alerts for when a vehicle is due for repair. There are a myriad of benefits to this. Firstly, your vehicle will spend less time in the garage for unnecessary repairs. Secondly, you will avoid more serious problems later down the line. Thirdly, you can keep on top of exactly how much maintenance a vehicle needs. This will all save your business money in the long and short-term.
Going on from this, you can also monitor speed and route. High speeds mean more fuel usage and will wear out tires faster. By installing an in-vehicle tracking system, you can monitor the speed of the vehicle and take suitable action. By using GPS tracking devices, you can also keep an eye on the routes taken. Through this, you can reduce the mileage on certain routes, and "ensure that your fleet always takes the most efficient route".
For GPS tracking solutions, "Thanks to software by Global AVL" has a product to suit your type of business. By using in-vehicle tracking systems, you will soon notice the difference to your business overheads. By saving money, you will simultaneously improve the efficiency of your fleet. *This can only mean good things for your business*.
