A new gadget from the spy in the cab specialists, Quartix means that van operators can keep an even closer eye on their drivers – leading to potential savings running into tens of thousands of pounds for operators of fleets of 20 vans or more.
The on-line technology gives accurate information on inappropriate acceleration, speeding and harsh braking. If such behaviour is spotted a driver can be persuaded to adopt a more fuel-efficient, economical driving style.
The innovative Quartix system uses a set of algorithms to establish driving style. And because it is not linked to the can bus there are no vehicle-manufacturer warranty issues, and driving style can be accurately determined across different vehicle types.
The new service comes as part of Quartix’s popular InfoPlus option, which provides real-time tracking with Google maps for multiple users and extensive management information and reports.
At just £10 per month for the first three months, then £22.90 per month on a 12-month rental option, the entire package is offered with free installation, no termination charge, and unlimited use of all features.
Wide range of reports
The following reports – and many more – are included:
· Daily time sheet
· Start location/time
· End location/time
· Travel time
· Average speed
· Maximum speed
· Idle time
· Live tracking by vehicle
· Live tracking by group
· Nearest vehicle to a post code identifying skill set
· Customised vehicle icons
· Customised locations
· Vehicle route replay
· Weekly time sheet (summary and detail)
· Monthly timesheet (summary and detail)
· Mileage report
· Time on site
· Time away from base
· Vehicle utilisation
· Overlapping vehicles
· Speed report by week
· Geo fencing – mandatory zone
· Geo fencing – prohibited zone
· Geo fencing – London congestion charge zone
· Geo fencing – London low emission zone.
· Out of hours report
· Driver-style reporting
· Daily driver briefing reports
· Auxiliary equipment usage
· Links to back office systems
· MOT, road tax, insurance due warning
· Driver trip reports
Commenting on fleet operators’ increasing interest in driver-style information, Andy Kirk, Quartix sales and marketing director, said: “Twelve months ago it was relatively new, but more and more people are requesting driver-style information. The price of fuel has an awful lot to do with it.”
Tags: fleet tracking, quartix, telematics