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Vehicle tracking uses GPS technology to show where your vehicles are and how they're being used in real time. A GPS device in each vehicle talks to satellites to work out its location. This information sends to a secure online platform where you can see vehicle positions, journey history, driver behaviour, and how your fleet is performing.
Businesses use GPS vehicle tracking to see where vehicles go, how long they stay, how drivers perform, and whether vehicles are being used well. This helps you make better decisions about routes, customer service and when vehicles need maintenance.
With vehicle trackers, you could save up to £286 per vehicle monthly through reduced fuel costs and better efficiency.
Our tracking system provides these core capabilities for managing your fleet effectively:
See exactly where every vehicle is right now on your live map with GPS updates coming through every minute. You can see where vehicles are, whether they're moving or stopped, and which way they're going. Journey history lets you look back at everywhere a vehicle has been.
View complete journey records that show you the exact route taken, every stop made along the way, and how long vehicles stayed at each place. Looking back at old journeys helps you check service delivery was completed, see if routes were efficient, and answer customer questions about when you arrived.
Track when vehicle engines start and stop throughout the day with timestamps and GPS locations for each ignition event. This helps you spot unauthorised vehicle use happening outside working hours or in areas where vehicles shouldn't be.
Watch vehicle speed in real time and check back on speed data for any journey you need to review. You can track total distance travelled, see which direction vehicles are heading, and find any speeding incidents to compare distances across your fleet.
Track harsh braking, rapid acceleration, and aggressive cornering with each incident logging automatically alongside its GPS location and time. You can also assess idling time to find wasted fuel from engines running while vehicles are sitting parked.
Watch fuel consumption patterns across your fleet to see where costs are adding up. Automatic mileage tracking records every journey without needing manual logbooks. Plus, you can split business and private mileage for accurate reporting and tax records.
OBD vehicle health tracking devices plug directly into your vehicle's computer to access information that standard GPS trackers can't see. You can monitor engine health, battery levels, and whether anything's wrong with the vehicle. This all shows up automatically in your dashboard alongside location data.
This helps you spot problems early before they cause breakdowns. You'll know about engine issues as soon as the vehicle detects them, often before the driver notices anything wrong.
Self-install tracking devices that either plug directly into your vehicle's port or connect to your vehicle's battery. No wiring, no tools, and no professional fitting needed. Battery powered trackers can be moved between vehicles or placed discreetly for extra security.
These trackers are ideal for businesses that want simple setup without any complexity. Just plug in or connect the device and it starts working straight away. Great for trying out vehicle tracking or getting your fleet tracked quickly without waiting for installation appointments.
Hardwired tracking devices connect directly to your vehicle's electrical system. Professional installation takes about 30 minutes per vehicle. These units are tamper resistant and ideal for long term fleet management.
Hardwired trackers provide reliable, permanent tracking solutions. Hidden installation deters theft and prevents unauthorised removal. Recommended for high value vehicles and security focused applications.
Access your vehicle tracking system from any device with internet connection. Use the full web dashboard for comprehensive fleet management or check the handy vehicle tracking app on iOS and Android when you're on the move.
With our vehicle trackers, you can see your entire fleet on one map showing real time locations and status of all vehicles. This lets you monitor fleet activity 24/7 from anywhere, whether you're in the office, at home, or responding to customer queries on the go.
With our advanced geofencing technology, you’ll get instant alerts if your vehicles move when they shouldn’t. This means that if a vehicle gets stolen, you’ll be able to give police the exact location, so they can quickly find the stolen vehicles.
Vehicle tracking devices also act as deterrents as thieves often avoid vehicles that they know are being tracked.
In the case of a road incident, vehicle trackers help you prove where vehicles were and what happened, protecting you from false claims.
Fleet tracking also helps reduce accidents by showing you how drivers are performing, so you can intervene if there’s a habit of bad behaviour. By managing risk better, you could get lower premiums from insurance companies.
Telematics means combining GPS tracking with information from your vehicle's systems. Instead of just seeing where vehicles are, you get a complete picture of vehicle health, fuel efficiency, and driver performance all in one place.
All the data your tracking system collects helps you understand what's really happening across your fleet. With telematics, you can see patterns and trends that aren't obvious when looking at individual journeys or single vehicles. This helps you spot issues early and make informed decisions about how to run your fleet more efficiently.
Richard Howard brings nearly a decade of front-line sales experience at RAM, having supported businesses across diverse sectors with their fleet management and asset tracking needs.
Throughout his nine years with RAM, Richard has developed a comprehensive understanding of the operational challenges that trades and field service businesses face daily. His client-first approach focuses on matching the right technology solutions to real-world problems, helping fleet operators gain better visibility, control costs, and protect valuable assets.
When he's not helping businesses optimise their fleets, Richard is a passionate traveller who loves exploring new destinations, experiencing live music, and discovering great food wherever he goes.
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