July 2008, Business Fleet - Feature
By Chris Brown
”Find me the nearest hardware store that sells Western Red Cedar shingles at the lowest price. Then direct me there.” Talking to your car using telematics, Wi-Fi and mobile computing promise to revolutionize productivity in the vehicle.
Tags: Hughes Telematics, In-Car Communications, mobile computing , telematics, Wi-Fi
March 2008, Fleet Financials - Feature
By Chad Simon
A GPS system can be a useful fleet management tool. However, the system must be properly introduced to employees to promote their acceptance and cooperation.
Tags: @Road, BLS Trucking, Desert Services, driver, EasyTurf, GEM Plumbing, GPS, Networkcar , Nextel, Plumbing Plus and Remodel Works Bath & Kitchen, productivity, Xora
March 2008, Work Truck - Feature
By Cindy Brauer
Mobile resource management (MRM) systems allow fleet managers to track fuel transactions, streamline routing, monitor driver behavior, automate maintenance alerts, and implement other efficiency-producing functions.
Tags: @Road, CarChip, Driver Behavior, fuel, GPS, GPS Insight, maintenance, Routing, telematics, Vericom Technologies
By Paul Dexler
Adding tiny RFID tags to incoming and outgoing cargo in trucks can help the driver and the distribution office keep track of items.
Tags: cargo management, RFID
February 2008, Automotive Fleet - Cover Story
By Lauren Colin
Telematics is currently a hot button with fleets. Will the return be worth the initial investment? Many fleets are finding that when used properly, telematics can save a fleet money and pay for itself.
Tags: Aqua America, Cox Enterprises, GE Capital Solutions, OmniSource, PHH, Telargo, telematics
February 2008, Automotive Fleet - Feature
By Grace Lauron
By implementing GPS, PoolCorp can now manage its fleet more effectively, safely, and efficiently. The NetworkCar system has helped the fleet cut back on speeding, idling, accidents, and costs.
Tags: fuel efficiency, PoolCorp
January 2008, Business Fleet - Feature
A GPS system can be a useful fleet management tool for the customer, driver, and company. But you’ve got to properly introduce the idea of the system to your employees first.
Tags: Drivers, GPS, Navigation
November 2007, Automotive Fleet - Feature
By John Lovell
Objections to implementing GPS systems are based on myths concerning their value, ease of use, cost, and function. These assumptions have been countered by real-world experience.
Tags: GPS, Myths
September 2007, Work Truck - Feature
By Tariq Kamal
Fleet managers describe how the ability to track vehicle location, gas consumption, and preventive maintenance has benefited their fleets.
Tags: fuel savings, maintenance, telematics
June 2007, Automotive Fleet - Feature
When used properly as a positive addition to technology, fleet telematics implementation can be a tool for driving cost savings and increasing employee productivity, bringing in more money for everyone.
Tags: telematics
February 2007, Automotive Fleet - Feature
By Lauren Colin & Clem Driscoll
The use of telematics technologies in fleets is expanding rapidly. Currently, more than 2.5 million units are in service with the market expected to expand to 5.8 million units by 2009.
September 2005, Business Fleet - Feature
By Chris Brown, Senior Editor
The first step to knowing if a GPS system is right for your business is to understand how the technology can address your specific needs. Step two: ask lots of questions.
July 2005, Automotive Fleet - Feature
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Several fleets are testing a new telematics-powered service called PHH Onboard. The service seeks to help fleets increase productivity of the driver and vehicle, improve risk management, and enhance vehicle performance.
March 2005, Business Fleet - Feature
Seven managers share their reasons for needing a GPS vehicle tracking system for their fleet. After installation, did reality meet expectations?