Data collection made easy

Heavy vehicle makers, telematics providers strive to add more features while simplifying startup.

Telematics has seen rapid growth in recent years, but it is still a challenging new technology for the many fleet owners who haven't yet joined the connected world. The infrastructure is evolving rapidly as wiring, software, and other challenges are addressed by a range of suppliers.

The widespread availability of cellular links has made it possible for vehicles to stream data to a monitoring station, letting owners analyze fuel consumption, vehicle location and speed, load levels, and other parameters. Many fleet owners find that the wealth of available data can bring major improvements in efficiency.