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Tracking a Vehicle With GPS — How It Works

Business owners and fleet managers nationwide must know where company vehicles are located. Tracking might be essential for watching over products in transit or monitoring employee driving behaviors. GPS vehicle tracking technology has come a long way since its inception, making it critical to choose the correct solutions for your operations.

An Introduction to GPS Vehicle Tracking Systems

Setting up GPS tracking systems starts with finding a reputable provider. Partnering with the experts at Track Your Truck gives you access to industry-leading technology that corresponds with mapping and reporting software. GPS devices are installed inside vehicle cabins and communicate tracking data through cellular or satellite networks. Our representatives learn the details of your operations to help you decide on appropriate GPS devices.

How Fleet Tracking Works Using GPS Equipment

This satellite-focused navigation system allows users to see a device’s precise location from anywhere geographically.

Track Your Truck’s GPS trackers reference a global radio system called the Global Navigation Satellite System. A series of receivers is responsible for understanding the information sent between a GPS tracker and satellites. Details, such as geographical location and the device’s velocity of travel, are decoded and sent to the correct destination for viewing on a computer, smartphone or tablet.

A GPS tracker for vehicles is an accurate way to monitor movement — devices from Track Your Truck consider the position of at least four satellites to gauge the longitude, latitude, velocity and elevation of GPS equipment.

Using a GPS Tracker for Fleet Vehicles

Depending on the equipment, adding a GPS tracker to a commercial truck can be done in seconds. Select options available through Track Your Truck connect to your truck’s OBD-II port or are hardwired near the dash. We ship our devices with instructions for a straightforward installation experience.

How It Works

The process of using a GPS tracker for vehicles is outlined below:

  1. Install a GPS tracker inside your truck according to the instructions.
  2. Power on the device so that signals communicate with orbiting satellites.
  3. Allow electronic receivers to determine the distance from the GPS tracker to the satellites.
  4. Let the tracker collect location, movement and velocity data.
  5. Use your Internet-connected or cellular device to review information.
  6. Configure any automated alerts you want to see to better regulate productivity.

The Consistency of GPS Vehicle Tracking

Thanks to Track Your Truck, you can easily monitor vehicles, transported goods and drivers without hassle. Should a satellite signal get interrupted, your GPS device will use cellular tower signals to continue providing location data.

Stay informed about where vehicles have been and where they are now to determine whether vehicles are heading in the correct direction, idling too often or demanding maintenance.

Types of GPS Tracking Devices for Vehicles and Assets

Track Your Truck caters to your vehicle tracking needs with multiple devices available.

Plug-In Vehicle Trackers

Installing plug-in vehicle trackers is effortless. Locate your truck’s diagnostic port and insert one of our devices. Our professionals recommend plug-in vehicle trackers for medium-duty vehicles, as you can keep watch over your fleet 24/7/365. If anyone tampers with your device, antennas and backup batteries are in place to help you recover stolen property.

Hardwired Trackers

Get vehicle location and travel velocity data when you need it. Hardwired trackers involve a three-wire installation process that can be performed by your fleet’s mechanic. The permanent installation makes it difficult for thieves or unauthorized personnel to mess with your vehicle tracking technology. Like Track Your Truck plug-in trackers, hardwired devices are certified by wireless carriers for outstanding connectivity and peace of mind.

Trailer Trackers

Our trailer trackers are exceptional for monitoring towable trailers and heavy-duty construction equipment. Track Your Truck technology is IP66-rated, making the devices suitable for outdoor environments. Configure devices near lights or equipment batteries for discrete placement. These accessories will provide location information when the trackers are tethered or untethered.

Satellite GPS Trackers

We offer equipment trackers that provide several modes of operation and connect to machines without power. Track Your Truck’s Satellite GPS Trackers do not require wire splicing and are powered by lithium batteries for flexibility. Pick from standard tracking (six daily updates), depot-to-depot tracking or theft recovery functions.

The Convenience of Our GPS Tracking Systems

Track Your Truck provides comprehensive software that is accessible 24/7. Using NetTrack, you can view GPS tracking data from paired devices via PC or mobile device.

Maintaining a tight and productive schedule has never been easier — our GPS vehicle tracking solutions stand out, as select options in our collection send updates at least every two minutes. Location updates roll in more frequently when a directional change is detected.

Additional satellite coverage from Track Your Truck devices means you can also keep track of your vehicles in remote areas. Enjoy live tracking capabilities with a user-friendly application that gives you oversight over dozens or hundreds of commercial trucks. Put compliance, safety and efficiency at your organization’s core when you partner with Track Your Truck for GPS tracking systems.

Who Should Consider GPS Fleet Tracking Devices From Track Your Truck?

GPS tracking devices are useful for professionals operating one or more vehicles. Any time you wish to enhance the efficiency of your team, GPS tracking solutions are a great way to keep drivers on task and protect your bottom line. We have the privilege of working with experts from numerous backgrounds:

  • Logistics
  • Construction
  • Waste management
  • Towing
  • Food and restaurant
  • HVAC
  • Landscaping

Unmatched GPS Fleet Tracking Features With Our Devices

Our clients love working with us for easy-to-install GPS devices since we offer benefits that are difficult to find through competing outlets.

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Smart Tracking Technology

You know the location of your commercial trucks and gain more peace of mind. Our Smart Tracking Technology makes it simple to receive prompt updates and reports. Get a clear picture of a vehicle’s route.

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Desktop and Mobile Applications

Tracking your fleet can be done from anywhere. Download the NetTrack software, and you’ll be on your way to improving your approach. For convenience, you can view critical data from your workplace PC or personal smartphone.

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Proprietary Software for Our Devices

Track Your Truck relies on proprietary software to help you monitor vehicles and other company assets. Find everything you need to control organizational spending under one umbrella.

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Certified GPS Trackers

Our professionals do things differently with GPS vehicle tracking systems that speak for themselves. Each of our devices receives certification by independent labs, so you’ll have access to trackers that are tested and ready for immediate use.

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Wireless Carrier Certified

We take uptime seriously. Track Your Truck works hard to supply you with the carrier-certified GPS trackers you need for success. Expect nothing less than optimal functionality and premium quality from our devices.

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Satisfaction Guarantee

We do everything we can to make things right. While we offer tracking technology that benefits our clients, should something not work out for you, we issue you a complete refund before 30 days is up. Additionally, our GPS fleet tracking devices are covered by impressive warranties.

Customer Service Support

Nationwide Support

Customer support is the key to GPS tracking solutions that work when you need them to. With Track Your Truck, you get to work with a highly trained and knowledgeable support team. We also provide instructional videos to help you get the most from your GPS trackers.

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Flexible Agreements

We adapt to your ever-changing needs. The GPS tracking solutions you want now might be different down the road. Count on Track Your Truck to find devices that enable you to scale operations.

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Continuous Improvement

We won’t rest until you are fully satisfied. Our team is passionate about updating our offerings as new software and advancements become available. Rely on us for services that keep your systems adaptable and up to date.

Benefits of GPS Vehicle Tracking

The Benefits Of GPS Vehicle Tracking

With Track Your Truck, you see an assortment of benefits using our GPS tracking systems. It’s our goal to introduce you to solutions that help you enhance your operations, reduce unnecessary spending and achieve compliance. Expect the following capabilities after installing our devices and pairing them with NetTrack software.

1. Visualize Travel Routes

You can view detailed maps using NetTrack GPS mapping software. Review your vehicles’ locations to spot suspicious activity or make adjustments as needed.

NetTrack utilizes Google Enterprise Edition Maps for outstanding accuracy. From unauthorized stops to sudden detours, you’ll be the first to know from your remote location.

2. Helpful Notifications and Alerts

Configure notifications that provide the details you require to make well-informed decisions. View arrival and departure timelines, check for unwanted idling, see when vehicles drive faster than the speed limit and catch after-hour vehicle use. Tracking devices for vehicles are essential in stopping driver actions that raise expenses.

3. Monitor Drivers and Commercial Trucks

Track Your Truck prioritizes driver ID technology with its fleet tracking systems. Eliminate questions about who is driving your commercial vehicles day or night. We help you keep vehicle and driver data separate for better organization. Monitoring drivers is useful for verifying timesheets are correct and drivers receive the pay they earned.

4. Deter Poor Driving Behaviors

With our assistance, you have the tools in place to enhance vehicle operator safety and performance. GPS trackers for trucks and our proprietary software enable you to identify operators who speed or use their trucks without authorization. Set up GPS tracking software to identify positive driver behaviors, too.

5. Reduce Unnecessary Spending on Fuel

Choosing optimal routes is something you can complete quickly. Track Your Truck supports your organization with technology that allows you to dispatch vehicles for jobs based on proximity to pickup and drop-off sites.

Use company time constructively, keeping drivers on logical routes to avoid visiting the refueling station more often than necessary.

6. Filtered Data for Convenience

Track Your Truck sets you up for success with software updates, conveying only the information you need. You will receive a message once a particular event takes place — an off-route turn occurs, someone starts a vehicle or accelerometer readings spike. Analyze reports coming in at predetermined intervals as well as ones coming your way after something out-of-the-ordinary catches the app’s attention.

7. Comprehensive Vehicle Reports for Your Fleet

Seeing a vehicle’s activity report takes seconds with Track Your Truck software. Review vehicle patterns to determine when commercial trucks are due for maintenance. Monitoring a truck’s operational hours, current mileage and idle time allows you to plan accordingly.

8. Follow Up With Completed Jobs

We give you the flexibility to check that vehicles arrive at destinations when they are scheduled to. Relying on our GPS trackers and software for operations lets you provide customers with accurate timelines for deliveries.

Additionally, GPS fleet tracking protects your organization by providing proof that a driver made it to a customer’s facility. This documentation safeguards your bottom line and resolves any conflict with parties outside your organization or with employees and timesheets.

Customer Testimonials

Great Service! Great Sales folks…informative…no pushy sales folks!
– Julian H.
Nov 12
I love Justin and Steve!!! Any time I need anything at all they jump right on it! We love the easy to use system and the convenience it brings to our team!
– Katie Williams
Nov 19
Great service
– Vernon Linton
Sep 17
Matthew is quick to respond and provide support, and the application is very easy to use.
– Sara
Oct 08
Easy, convenient and cost effective – thank you
– Karl D.
Feb 08
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