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Not all truck tracking solutions are created equal. While standard options may give you the ability to track your vehicles, they lack the critical features of more advanced vehicle trackers that could help you tackle multiple pain points with a single solution<\/strong>. In this article, we’ll explore the drawbacks of using location-only trackers and how your fleet can gain up to a 545% return on investment.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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1. The Problem: Inefficient GPS Truck and Trailer Tracking Solutions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

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The Drawbacks of Conventional GPS Tracking Methods<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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  1. Inaccuracy<\/strong>: Traditional GPS tracking systems can often provide inaccurate data due to signal interference or hardware limitations, leading to logistical inefficiencies and potential losses. Older units typically perform worse in dense urban environments. They also offer less accurate tracking. GPS accuracy is often measured in Circular Error Probability (CEP). So when a system claims “10m CEP 50%”, it means that half of the time, the tracker will give you the location of your truck within a circle that’s 10 meters (or about 32.8 feet) in radius, which is roughly the length of a large motorhome or a small bus.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  2. Limited Coverage<\/strong>: Traditional GPS tracking often has limited coverage, especially in remote or rural areas, leading to blind spots in tracking. With the recent sunsetting of 3G<\/a>, many trackers and GPS units are now defunct. We’re now on a 4G baseline, with more advanced truck tracking units offering 5G connectivity. You might assume 4G to be good enough, but it’s not nearly as reliable in urban environments due to its lower capacity.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  3. Limited Data<\/strong>: Conventional vehicle tracking solutions only offer location data. They do not provide comprehensive data on vehicle health, driver behavior, or fuel efficiency like newer, more advanced systems. This means you’ll need extra equipment if you want to begin tackling critical issues like fleet performance and utilization. Standard vehicle trackers can still be a great tool, just be aware of their limitations.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

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    The Ripple Effects of Inefficient GPS Tracking on Business Operations<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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    1. Increased Operational Costs<\/strong>: Inaccurate tracking data can lead to inefficient routes and increased fuel costs\u2014both of which impact your bottom line.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    2. Poor Customer Service<\/strong>: Delays in deliveries or inaccurate delivery estimates, caused by poor tracking, can lead to missed delivery windows and customer dissatisfaction. If you want to ensure happy customers, an accurate tracking system is a must-have.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    3. Decreased Productivity<\/strong>: Inefficient tracking can result in operational bottlenecks, affecting overall productivity. Not knowing your team’s location at all times hurts your ability to appropriately route, dispatch, and manage vehicles.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    4. Loss of Business Opportunities<\/strong>: Without real-time tracking and comprehensive data, businesses might miss out on opportunities to optimize operations and increase profits. Inaccurate truck and trailer tracking solutions limit your ability to analyze usage reports and optimize your team’s time to fit in additional routes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    5. Safety Risks<\/strong>: Inaccurate or delayed information about vehicle speeds, driver behavior, or vehicle health could decrease your ability to address safety issues. Without the right information, you risk accidents, legal action, and damages to your reputation.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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      Vehicle Speed Tracking: Your Best Bet for Addressing Safety and Inefficiency<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

      So what can we do to address these issues?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      Vehicle speed tracking is key to tackling the problems we’ve laid out. Studies show that excessive speeds accounted for 29% of fatal accidents in 2021 with over 12,300 deaths.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      An added benefit of monitoring driver speed is the reduction in fuel consumption. When you consider that a truck traveling at 75 mph uses 27% more fuel than one going just 65 mph, <\/strong>the ability to identify frequent speeders can save your business considerable money.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

      Check out our Top 9 Ways Fleets Can Lower Fuel Costs<\/a> article for more info.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      With a precise eye on your fleet’s speed habits, you can improve fleet safety, encourage efficient driving habits, reduce fuel consumption, and control costs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      Connecting to ECM: Getting the Full Picture of Your Fleet’s Health<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

      With more advanced vehicle tracking solutions, you gain the added benefits of Engine Control Module (ECM) data. These units typically plug right into the OBDII or JBUS port under your dash and deliver valuable data, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n