OneView RF Hazard Control for Fleet and Asset Safety
Pedigree Technologies has added RF hazard control to OneView, has enabled disabling of device signals in high-risk zones and has recorded activity for compliance with Canada’s Explosives Act, improving oversight of asset location and RF status.
BYD Sealion 08 flagship SUV to debut at Beijing Auto Show
BYD has revealed images of the Sealion 08, a five-metre three-row flagship SUV, and has outlined dimensions, powertrain options and advanced chassis features ahead of its planned debut at the 2026 Beijing Auto Show.
Hyundai reveals Ioniq 3 electric hatchback
Hyundai has unveiled the Ioniq 3 electric hatchback, which has been introduced in Europe and has been scheduled for Australia in early 2027. It has been offered with 42.2kWh and 61kWh batteries, delivering ranges of 344 kilometres and 496 kilometres.
Smart to unveil Concept #2 and #6 EHD on 22 April
Smart has released Concept #2 sketches and has confirmed the #6 EHD fastback sedan for debut at a 22 April Beijing event, signalling an expanded EV portfolio spanning smaller urban models and larger sedans.
BYD to unveil new Atto 3 with flash charging
BYD has scheduled the third‑generation Atto 3 to debut at the Beijing Auto Show on 24 April 2026 and has disclosed RWD architecture, an extended wheelbase and flash charging that has been shown to charge 10–70% in five minutes.
WEX launches vehicle-verified at-home EV charging solution
WEX has introduced EV At-Home with Vehicle Fraud Protection, which has verified home charging sessions by combining vehicle, charger and utility data and has enabled fleet operators to identify unauthorised personal charging before reimbursement.
Cellular versus Wi-Fi dash cams for fleets
The piece has compared cellular and Wi‑Fi dash cams, has emphasised how connectivity has shaped incident response, cost structures and evidentiary risk, and has identified hybrid architectures and buffering as mitigations for coverage gaps.
GTU60 Tracker and GICUS Device Management Platform
Gosafe has paired the GTU60 tracker with the GICUS cloud platform and has provided remote provisioning, firmware management and SIM orchestration, enabling standardised deployment and centralised oversight of large, multi-customer vehicle fleets.
FleetGO to exhibit at UKIFDA EXPO in Liverpool
FleetGO has confirmed participation at the UKIFDA EXPO in Liverpool on 15–16 April and has outlined its integrated solutions for liquid‑fuel distributors, highlighting the incorporation of DreamTec Systems and has indicated plans to demonstrate operational‑optimisation technology.
Hongqi P567 EREV SUV to debut at Beijing Auto Show 2026
Hongqi has debuted the P567 EREV off‑road SUV at the Beijing Auto Show 2026, featuring a 2‑litre range extender, four electric motors with 620 kW combined output, a 280 km CLTC electric range and 1,350 km mixed range.
Delivery Truck Tracking and Customer Retention
The article has explained how real-time fleet tracking has improved delivery visibility, reduced missed deliveries and supported operational efficiency through dynamic ETAs, route optimisation and telematics, contributing to lower costs and improved customer retention across logistics and field services.
VUE integrates CANbus data into fleet platform
VUE has integrated CANbus signals into VUEhub, providing odometer, fuel, chassis and sensor data to support route optimisation, reduce fuel-related emissions and assess vehicle suitability for electrification, enabling fleet managers to identify inefficiencies and inform operational decisions.
Fleetio launches Fleet Map for maintenance coordination
Fleetio has launched Fleet Map, has consolidated asset locations, maintenance statuses and nearby service options into a single view, and has integrated automated approvals to accelerate service decisions and reduce downtime.
Hyundai Ioniq launches in China with two concept cars
Hyundai has launched its Ioniq brand in China, has introduced two concept cars and has established an Ioniq Universe ecosystem; it has outlined plans for China-specific production models, localised technologies and autonomous driving partnerships.
Arteco expands low-conductivity EV coolant range
Arteco has added two patented coolants to its Freecor EV Milli range and has completed a three-product line of low-electrical-conductivity formulations for indirect battery, motor and power-electronics cooling, each maintaining conductivity below 100 μS/cm.
Modern Fleet Technologies to Prevent Cargo Theft
Estimated cargo theft losses have risen and fleets have adopted GPS tracking, sensors and cameras. Centralised management platforms have provided real‑time monitoring and alerts, and tail‑light trackers have enhanced trailer visibility and recovery capability.
Kia EV3 and Subaru Getaway debut at New York Auto Show
Two battery-electric models have been unveiled at the New York Auto Show media preview: the compact Kia EV3, positioned as a low-cost North American entrant, and Subaru’s three-row Getaway, presented as a US-assembled, 300-plus-mile range SUV.
Chery and Jaguar Land Rover launch Freelander NEV brand
Chery and Jaguar Land Rover have launched Freelander, an independent NEV brand headquartered in Shanghai, and have unveiled the Concept97 concept; the brand has secured NEV production qualification for end-2025 and has scheduled production to start in late 2026.
Fleet costs rise across lifecycle stages
Fleet operators have faced simultaneous cost increases across acquisition, maintenance, insurance and fuel. Higher repair expenses, component shortages, volatile fuel prices and extended vehicle downtime have constrained cost control and planning.
Lightfoot introduces plug-and-play driver coaching solution
Lightfoot has engineered its driver coaching device to be plug-and-play, has enabled fleets to self-install via OBD ports, has delivered average fuel savings of up to 15% and has supported remote system setup and connectivity.
Telematics: Connectivity Growth and Data Integration Gap
The telematics industry has connected millions of vehicles and machines, but operators have encountered challenges integrating heterogeneous platforms and converting data into actionable intelligence, and the market has been prompted to shift towards data orchestration and decision-focused analytics.
BMW unveils China-made iX3 Long Wheelbase
BMW has unveiled the China-made iX3 Long Wheelbase, has confirmed its global debut at the 2026 Beijing Auto Show and has specified a 3005mm wheelbase, 108kWh battery, 345kW powertrain and a CLTC range exceeding 900km.
Geotab launches OEM telematics integration for Hyundai
Geotab has launched an integrated telematics solution for Hyundai vehicles across Europe, enabling fleet managers to access OEM-embedded data in MyGeotab without retrofit and has delivered near real-time GPS, maintenance and EV operational metrics.
OCTO and Volkswagen integrate fleet data access
OCTO has announced a partnership with Volkswagen Group Info Services AG that has enabled direct, hardware-free access to OEM vehicle data across multiple brands, providing real-time fleet insights for predictive maintenance, EV management and compliance with European GDPR standards.
Impact of Iran conflict on Malaysian fleet operators
The Iran conflict has disrupted Malaysian fleet operations, raising fuel costs, port congestion and supply‑chain volatility; it has increased subsidy exposure, insurance and safety risks, and has accelerated telematics adoption for operational resilience.
OEM telematics for fleet diagnostics and efficiency
OEM telematics has provided manufacturer-specific diagnostics that have enabled fleets to implement predictive maintenance, reduce unplanned downtime, and optimise fuel and battery management, consolidating vehicle health data without additional hardware.
Using KPIs to optimise fleet performance
Businesses have used targeted fleet KPIs to convert vehicle data into actionable insights, benchmark performance, align reporting with stakeholders and engage drivers, while regularly reviewing metrics to ensure relevance and support cost, safety and operational decisions.
Hidden fleet costs in UK construction
Construction firms have experienced margin pressure and weak output growth, and fleet-related indirect costs have been identified as dispersed contributors to profitability erosion; video telematics has increased visibility, enabled targeted interventions and reduced incident-related costs.
SpaceHawk launches compact GPS vehicle tracker
SpaceHawk has launched a compact battery-powered GPS tracker and has provided multi-constellation positioning, cellular coverage across over 150 countries, geo-fencing, route history and speed monitoring for consumers and SMEs.
NavTV 2.0: Smart TV display for fleet monitoring
NAVTOR has launched NavTV 2.0, a smart‑TV application that has integrated extended historical tracks, monitored‑route visualisation and portal settings for NavFleet users, and has enabled fleet displays for offices and customer‑facing areas.
Fleet optimisation to reduce TCO and improve efficiency
Analyses have shown telematics-led fleet optimisation has reduced total cost of ownership, improved utilisation and enabled EV integration, while predictive maintenance and driver-behaviour monitoring have lowered downtime and operating expenditure.
AiDEN and Volvo Group integrate compliance tech into trucks
AiDEN and Volvo Group have integrated AiDEN’s compliance service into Volvo trucks’ infotainment to support Poland’s SENT regulation, have reported operational benefits from the pilot and have initiated a second phase to explore wider commercial deployment in 2026.
Closed-loop digital maintenance for fleet compliance
Fleets have adopted closed-loop digital maintenance and electronic DVIRs, have integrated telematics to document inspections and trigger work orders, and have reported reduced maintenance costs and improved asset uptime.
Volvo Trucks offers factory-fit Geotab telematics package
Volvo Trucks has partnered with Geotab and has launched a factory‑fit, cloud‑based telematics package for 2015‑onwards Volvo engines that has provided fleet management, ELD compliance, diagnostics and analytics via integrated hardware and a user dashboard.
Volvo Trucks partners with Geotab on integrated ELD
Volvo Trucks has partnered with Geotab and has deployed an integrated ELD for Volvo-powered trucks (model year 2015 onwards), has used cloud-based telematics to capture HOS, RODS and DVIR data, and has provided FMCSA-compliant reporting via MyGeotab.
Hyundai launches HTWO hydrogen brand in Japan
Hyundai has introduced its HTWO hydrogen brand in Japan, has showcased production, storage, refuelling and fuel-cell mobility solutions, and has presented a Japan-specific NEXO with vehicle-to-home capability, and has signalled its intent to build an integrated hydrogen ecosystem.
Automated Driver Coaching in Fleet Management
Fleet operators have adopted automated coaching tools that have consolidated telematics and ELD data, have generated driver scorecards, have delivered real‑time feedback, and have reduced managers' manual reporting burden and have improved transparency.
Qoolers launches BTMS CORE tube heat exchanger for batteries
Qoolers has introduced BTMS CORE, which the company has said has reduced cooling-system weight by over 70% while maintaining tighter thermal control, and has increased heat-transfer speed and efficiency for EV, energy-storage and high-power applications.
Fleet Risk Management and Operational Cost Reduction
The analysis has highlighted that proactive telematics, predictive maintenance and safety-culture measures have reduced incidents, lowered insurance premiums and improved total cost of ownership for corporate fleets.
Telematics Integration for PTO to Optimise Fleet Costs
Fleet managers have integrated telematics with PTO systems to quantify auxiliary fuel consumption, schedule engine-hour maintenance, claim off-road fuel rebates and reduce idle emissions, enhancing cost allocation, asset longevity and regulatory compliance.
Chevin Fleet Solutions to exhibit at GFX 2026
Chevin Fleet Solutions has confirmed its exhibition at the Government Fleet Expo & Conference 2026 in Long Beach and has outlined plans to showcase its FleetWave platform, new dashboard and GSA Advantage access to public‑sector fleet buyers.
Control Modules and Fleet Total Cost of Ownership
Fleets have used control module data to reduce total cost of ownership through predictive maintenance, fuel-efficiency optimisation, automated compliance reporting and targeted electrification planning.
Agriculture Fleet Management for Operational Efficiency
Agriculture fleet management has delivered real-time visibility of equipment, has reduced idling and fuel waste, and has enabled predictive maintenance, improving uptime and lowering total cost of ownership through telematics-driven asset utilisation and compliance reporting.
Former Wanko to present as FleetGO at LogiMAT 2026
The company has rebranded from Wanko to FleetGO and has announced its first appearance under the FleetGO name at LogiMAT 2026, where it has planned demonstrations of its integrated intralogistics portfolio and a post‑show networking event.
Vista Equity acquires Omnitracs; Omnitracs to buy Roadnet
Vista Equity Partners has acquired Omnitracs for $800m, and Omnitracs has announced plans to acquire Roadnet, creating a combined platform that has been reported to serve about 3,800 customers and manage over 500,000 vehicles across 60 countries.
Fleetio launches AI Service Advisor for repairs
Fleetio has launched Service Advisor, an AI feature released in open beta to assist repair approvals; early results have shown reduced asset shop hours, and the tool has been integrated with Fleetio's maintenance workflow.
GPRS and Its Role in Fleet Telematics
GPRS has enabled packet-based transmission of vehicle telemetry, has supported real-time monitoring and predictive maintenance, and has contributed to reduced operational costs and automated compliance; migration to 4G/LTE has been recommended as 2G/3G networks have been scheduled for retirement.
Fuel Card Management Systems for Fleet Cost Control
Firms have implemented fuel card management systems that have centralised fuel procurement, integrated telematics, automated invoicing and VAT recovery, and consolidated electric and petrol/diesel data, and have delivered measurable reductions in fuel expenditure and administrative workload.
Total Cost of Ownership for Corporate Fleet Budgets
The article has outlined TCO-focused fleet budgeting, telematics deployment, EV transition and flexible leasing as measures to reduce lifecycle costs, mitigate regulatory exposure and improve operating efficiency for corporate fleets.