By RAM Tracking on 2 Dec 2025
By Richard Blown, Chief Technology Officer, RAM Tracking
If you've tried GPS trailer trackers before, you probably know the frustration. Drop off a trailer on Friday afternoon, and by Monday morning, the tracker's dead. This leaves you making phone calls, sending drivers on wild goose chases, and hoping your expensive equipment is still where you left it.
We've just launched our new generation of trailer tracking solutions for Canadian fleets, and they address the core issue that frustrated so many fleet managers with previous GPS trailer trackers.
Instead of lasting hours or days when disconnected, these run for up to three months. That's not a small improvement; it's the difference between trailer tracking that works and systems that don't.
Let's talk about how trailers are really used across Canadian operations. They get dropped at customer sites for days or weeks. They sit in storage yards over winter. They go in for repairs that take longer than expected. They get parked up for the weekend at depots.
In all these situations, traditional GPS trailer trackers would go dark almost immediately. You'd lose visibility exactly when you needed it most, when trailers were sitting somewhere unattended across Canada.
However, with three months of standalone battery life, trailer tracking finally works for real-world scenarios.
Our new GPS trailer tracking units provide stronger performance and long-lasting reliability for fleets.
The biggest improvement is the extended battery life. Our new units offer up to 3 months of tracking even when disconnected, so you always know where your trailers are during storage or downtime.
They're built for Canadian weather conditions, waterproof and tamperproof, but now they actually stay online when you need them most.
With RAM Tracking, your trailers stay trackable even when they are not moving or not connected to a vehicle.
Our GPS trailer trackers charge automatically when the trailer is connected, using power from the side lights and main electrical connection. This saves drivers from needing to charge them manually every day.
Automatic charging is a huge benefit for fleets with multiple depots and regular trailer swapping.
Every trailer is tracked individually with our GPS trailer trackers, so you don't need to rely on the towing vehicle to see where the asset is. This independent trailer tracking prevents confusion, especially in mixed fleets where trailers switch between vehicles frequently.
This means your trailer tracking system works whether the trailer is attached to a vehicle, sitting in a depot, or parked at a customer site.
Trailer tracking doesn't just help with security. It also improves how your fleet works day to day, delivering faster operations and better utilization.
With instant location data from GPS trailer trackers, your team can:
This leads to fewer delays, less wasted time and a more productive fleet overall.
The extended battery life fundamentally changes what trailer tracking can do for fleet managers. Instead of losing visibility when trailers are disconnected, you maintain oversight for months rather than hours.
This means you can use trailers the way they're actually deployed in real operations. Trailers get dropped at sites, stored between jobs, or parked for maintenance, and you won't lose track of these valuable assets.
Every fleet is unique, so our engineers handle the full installation for you. They will work around your schedule to keep downtime to a minimum, and installation typically takes between 35 minutes and an hour per trailer.
You don't need to worry about fitting the tracker incorrectly or finding the right mounting point. Our team will ensure the device is installed securely, out of sight and tamper-resistant.
With expert placement and a setup tailored for different trailer types and industries, GPS tracking becomes a seamless part of your operation rather than another task for your team to manage.
These extended-battery GPS trailer trackers are game-changing for fleet management. They simplify operations by giving you constant visibility of every asset, and you'll cut costs by reducing time spent searching for trailers and improving asset utilization.
The three-month battery life also provides real theft protection, giving you months rather than hours to recover stolen equipment. For businesses managing valuable trailers, the investment pays for itself through improved efficiency and reduced losses.
The new GPS trailer trackers are available now with professional installation across Canada. We can assess your current trailer tracking setup and recommend the best approach for your fleet, whether you're upgrading existing GPS trailer trackers or implementing trailer tracking for the first time.
Our trailer trackers are integrated with our vehicle tracking platform, so you can see all vehicles and trailers in one place. This unified view makes managing your entire fleet simpler and more efficient.
Discover how easy it is to protect every trailer in your fleet and improve visibility across your assets. Contact us to book in for a quick demo to see trailer tracking in action.
Richard Blown is Chief Technology Officer at RAM Tracking, where he leads product innovation and technical strategy.
With over 25 years of experience in fleet telematics and connected vehicle technology, Richard has pioneered solutions that bridge the gap between theoretical safety improvements and practical business benefits.
His hands-on approach to product development ensures RAM's solutions solve real-world problems faced by fleet operators.
What is a trailer tracker?
A trailer tracker is a GPS device fitted directly to a trailer, allowing you to monitor its location independently from the towing vehicle. This helps protect assets, improve utilization and reduce the risk of loss.
With GPS vehicle tracking, you can track your trailer and the vehicle that's moving it. This gives you complete insight into where your fleet is at all times and how your fleet is being used.
How do trailer trackers work?
Trailer trackers use GPS technology combined with cellular networks to provide real-time location updates. Once installed, your fleet team can view the exact position of each trailer via your desktop or your mobile phone with our handy vehicle tracking app.
Learn more about how vehicle tracking works with RAM Tracking.
Do trackers work when the trailer is not connected?
Yes. Our trailer trackers are equipped with long-lasting internal batteries that allow them to continue reporting location updates even when the trailer is unattached.
Depending on usage, the trackers can remain active for up to three months without a connection to a towing vehicle, giving you peace of mind that your assets are always monitored.
Can I install a tracker on any type of trailer?
Absolutely. Our professional engineers can install trackers on a wide range of trailers across different industries, including logistics, construction, rental, and specialized transport fleets.
Installation is quick, usually taking 35 minutes to an hour per trailer, and we'll ensure the unit is placed in a secure, tamper-resistant location.
Will the tracker survive Canadian weather and road conditions?
Yes. RAM trailer trackers are designed to withstand harsh environments. Each unit is waterproof, tamperproof, and rigorously tested to cope with rain, snow, ice, and vibration from Canadian roads.
This makes them suitable for both urban and off-road conditions, ensuring reliable performance year-round across Canada's diverse climate conditions.
Where will tracking information be stored?
All tracking data is securely stored on our online platform. You can access detailed reports, receive alerts, and analyze historical movement whenever you need.
Our system allows you to track multiple trailers and vehicles separately, giving you complete insight into your fleet.
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