Ensuring safety is essential for all types of fleets from semis and vehicles to mixed equipment fleets. Many new and evolving technologies are available to help keep your workers and drivers safe out on the road and in the field. Adopting these innovative technologies may seem overwhelming and expensive at first. However, these technologies can significantly improve safety measures, reduce the risk of accidents, and enhance overall fleet efficiency.
Despite the initial cost and hassle of integrating new technology, the long-term benefits outweigh these concerns. Choosing which technologies to invest in for your fleet can be tough. Let’s discuss our top two safety-enhancing technologies to consider investing in.
These cameras offer a complete view of your vehicle's surroundings, providing invaluable insight into incidents and accidents.
Fleets have a detailed record of every incident because certain events like sudden stops or crashes automatically record.
The video recordings serve as crucial evidence, helping to reduce liability by addressing false claims and incidents effectively.
Additionally, having cameras installed can lead to insurance discounts, significantly reducing costs in the long term.
Moreover, the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) into cameras further enhances safety by analyzing video footage captured from onboard cameras. These AI-powered systems can identify potential risks such as distracted driving, drowsiness, or reckless maneuvers.
Here's how AI in cameras can benefit your fleet:
Driver Coaching: AI cameras help you coach drivers by giving feedback on their driving in real time.
In-Cab Alerts: Audible safety alerts like tailgating detection, stop sign violation alerts, and forward collision warnings, help reduce the likelihood of accidents.
TPMS keeps tires healthy by monitoring tire pressure and tire temperature regularly. Continuous tire health monitoring lowers the chance of blowouts and accidents while driving.
Well-maintained tires improve overall vehicle performance, providing a safer driving experience for drivers and workers.
Maintaining optimal tire pressure improves vehicle handling and stability, reducing the risk of accidents, especially during cornering and emergency maneuvers.
With TPMS, you can identify and address tire issues before they escalate, minimizing vehicle downtime and maintenance costs.
TPMS helps you save money by making sure your tires don't wear out too quickly. When tires have the correct amount of air, they don't get too hot or stressed, so they stay in good shape for a longer time.
Properly inflated tires play a vital role in optimizing fuel consumption. With TPMS in place, fleet managers can ensure that each vehicle’s tires maintain the right amount of air. This makes the vehicle work more efficiently and saves on fuel costs.
Not all tire pressure monitoring systems are the same. Bluetooth TPMS sensors offer a cost-effective and easy-to-install solution compared to traditional systems.
These tire pressure sensors communicate their data via Bluetooth to a nearby gateway which sends the data to the cloud. Drivers can access these alerts on an ELD tablet or phone app. This makes the technology investment easier and cheaper.
Buying new technology for your fleet may seem expensive and complicated at first, but it pays off in the long run. Innovative technologies can improve safety and efficiency while reducing operational costs. Investing in 360-degree viewing cameras or TPMS can improve the safety of your drivers, vehicles, and equipment, all while providing you with valuable insights to help optimize your operations.
Ready to dive deeper into these two safety focused solutions or lean about other smart technologies? Contact Pedigree Technologies to go over your safety and operation goals.