What can trailer trackers do?
The primary function of a tracking device is to send the location of its carrier to a designated server, but when a tracking software interprets GPS data, it can extract more information than just where the vehicle is. For example, speed, braking, acceleration, idling, and travel time can also be shown in the final report. This is the general information any tracking device can transmit.
Like any other vehicle tracker, trailer trackers can do more than just send the location of their carrier. Combined with accessories, they can provide telematics data, vehicle OBD (on-board diagnostics), maintenance requirements, and more. Such trackers are useful in case of collision as they detect impact the vehicle had, alert what damage has been done to the vehicle, and make utilization reports. If the vehicle is stolen, a tracking device will help retrieve it.
How are trailer trackers different from usual vehicle trackers?
Trailers or heavy-duty vehicles cover long distances, usually fully loaded, which means accessories and equipment attached to them must be durable. When trailer trackers go through the design process, they come out ruggedized, waterproof, shock-proof, and resistant to vibrations. Truck drivers know how difficult roads can be, especially when they travel across borders, so trailer trackers must be tougher than the road ahead.
Trailer GPS trackers
GPS trackers use Global Navigation Satellite Systems to provide positioning, navigation, and timing of the tracker carrier. When connected to cellular 3G, 4G, 5G, LTE, or satellite networks, trailer GPS trackers transmit vehicle information, including its ID, movement history, cargo details, and other data that can be read by the sensors.
Generally, all this information is available because of vehicle telematics technology. If GPS networks enable the existence of such data, then vehicle telematics gives access to that information.
Telematics embraces vehicle trackers as part of its technology. GPS trailer trackers are a piece of hardware that sends the information to software for interpretation. Interpreted data can be used by businesses for fleet management.
Tracker properties
Reach, coverage, durability are the main properties trailer trackers must have to ensure uninterrupted data transfer.
GPS services use satellites, which means such devices operate within the reach of the signal. To ensure high precision GPS, trackers use GPS and GLONASS positioning systems simultaneously for enhanced accuracy and faster fixes.
Coverage in tracking refers to a device’s ability to connect globally. Employing cellular networks, like 2G LTE Cat M1/NB1 with 2G fallback or Bluetooth solutions make it easier to track vehicles wherever they are.
As explained before, trailer trackers outperform other tracking devices by their durability. This includes ruggedized and waterproof design as well as prolonged battery life.
Why use trailer trackers?
Trailer trackers have proven to be a useful solution to improve fleet management. Tracking systems serve as a tool to analyze logistics of your business.
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