SAN DIEGO – May 25,
2011 – With fuel
prices spiking upward, fleet managers are rightly concerned about this major
budget line item. A new ePaper from Networkfleet, Inc.
titled “Don’t Sit Idle While Fuel Costs Rise” provides details on how
fleet management technology can hedge against rising fuel costs. Using GPS fleet tracking and
engine diagnostic monitoring, fleet managers can implement more efficient
routing, reduce speeding and reign in excessive idling, which can permanently
lower fuel costs by as much as 20 percent.
Included in the
Networkfleet ePaper are specific actions fleet managers can take to analyze
fleet operations and reduce costs. Those that have implemented online fleet management systems report a quick
ROI, due primarily to significant savings in fuel and other operating costs.
Fuel-saving features
enabled by Web-based fleet management include:
·
Alerts
and reports for idling and speed violations
·
Fuel
card reports that track fuel transactions and identify unauthorized fuel
purchases
·
Fuel
usage reports for detailed purchase and MPG monitoring
·
Routing
capabilities to dispatch drivers more efficiently and reduce overall driving
distances
·
Diagnostic
tools to help keep engines in optimal condition and increase fuel performance
Several fleets are
profiled in the ePaper, including the Eastern Municipal Water District
(EMWD) of Riverside County, Calif., which reduced fuel costs by $79,000 in the
first six months of using the Networkfleet GPS fleet management system.
“We initially focused on
drivers’ habits such as speed and idle time that have a huge impact on fuel
usage,” said Mark Iverson, EMWD maintenance director. “However, we were also
able to use the Networkfleet system to improve routing. By making more
efficient use of our vehicles, we lowered the average number of miles driven
per vehicle, further reducing our fuel expenses.”
To download a
complimentary copy of the white paper “Don’t Sit Idle While Fuel Costs Rise”
visit http://www.networkfleet.com/request/fuel-epaper/.
About Networkfleet,
Inc.
Networkfleet,
Inc. is a leading
provider of wireless fleet management services that improve fleet efficiency by
reducing fuel use, emissions and maintenance expenses. The company's technology
combines vehicle diagnostic monitoring with an online GPS fleet tracking system. Networkfleet has more than 50
patents issued or pending surrounding remote diagnostics and has received
numerous awards for its technology. Founded in 1999, Networkfleet is a
wholly-owned subsidiary of Hughes Telematics, Inc. and is headquartered in San
Diego, CA. For more information, please visit www.networkfleet.com.
About
Hughes Telematics, Inc.
Hughes Telematics, Inc.
(“HTI”) (OTCBB: HUTC and HUTCW) is a leader in implementing the next generation
of connected services. Centered on a core platform of safety and security, the
company offers a portfolio of location-based services for consumers, manufacturers,
fleets and dealers through two-way wireless connectivity. In addition to owning
Networkfleet, HTI is also the majority owner of Lifecomm, located in Atlanta,
Ga., which plans to offer mobile personal emergency response services through a
wearable lightweight device with one-touch access to emergency assistance.
Additional information about HTI can be found at www.hughestelematics.com.
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