Fleet managers use technology to improve safety and efficiency. However, telematics offers a holistic approach. Rather than addressing individual problems as they occur, telematics provides insights into a variety of driving factors that affect overall safety. Fleet managers can then use this information to develop preventative measures and policies that improve safety. Some driving elements telematics devices track include:

  • How many miles the driver travels
  • The vehicle’s speed
  • Hard brake stops and braking speed

Some telematics devices track whether the driver is traveling during the day or at night as well.

Fleet Connectivity Improves Safety and Reduces Expenses

Telematics provides numerous benefits. One of its greatest abilities is fleet connectivity. Fleet managers can see exactly how their drivers are operating their vehicles and address issues before they result in violations and fines. This makes for safer fleets and helps lower costs. Fleets can save money with telematics by reducing fines and fees for safety violations as well as improving fuel economy with safe driving practices. Fleets can also negotiate lower insurance rates by improving their overall safety.

Telematics Help Enhance Fleet Vehicles

Fleet managers can also take insights from telematics to optimize their vehicles. For example, despite clear safety benefits, many drivers do not wear their seatbelts. If the telematics show fleet managers that their drivers neglect to buckle up, they can install technology that prevents a vehicle from starting until the driver fastens their seat belt.

Using Data to Improve Driver Mindfulness

Many drivers are unaware of their risky driving practices. Telematics provides data that drivers can use to improve their safety efforts. Telematics make drivers more mindful of their behavior and helps them to correct bad habits.

Telematics provides the insight fleet managers need to develop safety policies and solutions. However, there are large discrepancies in quality and usefulness of these devices available on the market. DriverCheck has telematics solutions that are not only reliable but can help fleets reach their safety goals. To learn more, contact us today.