9 Major Benefits of GPS Vehicle Tracking Devices

1. 9 Major Benefits of GPS Vehicle Tracking Devices By S.vijaySudarsanam

2. Introduction • A vehicle tracking system has a tracking device which is placed inside the vehicle with a central server and software that helps the user to collect the fleet data for a complete picture of vehicle locations. Modern vehicle tracking system uses GPS OR GLONASS technologies for locating the vehicle. Information about the vehicle speed, location, and direction of travel can be viewed on electronic maps through the internet or some specialized software. • Vehicle tracking system can be classified into Active and Passive devices.

3. Passive Device – It stores GPS location, speed, heading,  and some trigger events like the key on/off, door open/closed. Once the device is removed, the data will be downloaded automatically to a computer for evaluation. • Active Device – It transmits the data in real-time through cellular or satellite networks to a computer for assessment. It is same as passive device system in collecting same information.

4. Major Benefits of GPS Vehicle Tracking Devices • 1. Reduce operating expenses • This system helps in cost-cutting. It assist you to find the best and shortest routes for your vehicles which automatically help you reduce fuel consumption and unnecessary overtime. • 2. Saves time • It has an automatic mileage remainder which helps to reduce time wasted through vehicle maintenance. Also, it aids to ensure your vehicles are regularly serviced. • 3. Fuel monitoring • With the help of a fuel sensor connected to the device, you can easily track your fuel level and consumption.

5. 4. Timely alerts • GPS tracking system will send an instant email or SMS alerts when your vehicle lost control or when it goes out of your track. With the help of software, you will get timely notifications. • 5. Locate your assets • You can quickly locate your lost or stolen vehicle with the help of a GPS fleet management system. Modern GPS tracking system equipped with advanced telematic features like fuel level indicators, engine temperature indicator, and vehicle diagnostics. • 6. Increase productivity • GPS tracking system aids in increasing productivity, reduce driving time and increase the number of trips.

6. 7. Reduce insurance costs • Most of the insurance companies offer special discounts on the vehicle which are equipped with a GPS tracking system. It aids in reducing the premium amount by as much as 35%. • 8. Reduce administration paperwork • It is easy to obtain the required reports like speeding, total travel hours per day, week/month, long stops, and mileage with a press of a button. • 9. Keeps your customer happy • With the help of GPS, you can improve your profit and able to respond to service calls quickly and reach your customers on time. It also helps to reduce unnecessary phone calls to drivers.

7. Best GPS Tracking Devices in India • Trak GPS Tracker • DYTECH GPS Tracker (GT02A – Google link real-time tracking) • ZAICUS GT02A GPS Tracker • AutoWiz OBD GPS Car Tracker • LAMROD GPS Tracker Ultra GT02A

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