The transportation industry, in all its forms, is the largest consumer of fuel. According to a 2022 report by the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA), it accounts for up to 67% of the total across all industries. Some statistics also show that for certain companies, fuel represents more than 50% of a vehicle fleet's operating expenses.
The transportation industry, in all its forms, is the largest consumer of fuel. According to a 2022 report by the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA), it accounts for up to 67% of the total across all industries. Some statistics also show that for certain companies, fuel represents more than 50% of a vehicle fleet's operating expenses.
So it makes sense to look for ways to optimize consumption, and fortunately it can be done. To support more efficient and rational fuel use, the Hunter Track GPS Monitoring System offers a complete fuel control module. Here you will learn the features of this type of tool and how to use fuel more efficiently across your vehicle fleet.
A fuel control module is a feature of a vehicle GPS Monitoring System. It uses special sensors installed inside a vehicle's fuel tanks, which send relevant data about fuel level changes to a digital satellite tracking platform.
To complement this information, the module also calculates kilometers traveled and trip time. By cross-checking all this information, fuel use can be controlled precisely.
A fuel control module is used to monitor fuel consumption. It shows whether the tank is full and any increase or decrease as the vehicle travels its route.
This measurement is done remotely, since the sensors send signals through the GPS device. That means there is no need to wait until the vehicle reaches its destination to check. Together with the software that processes the information, it offers a number of benefits, outlined below.
A driver's habits include how they brake, the speed they keep during the trip and how they accelerate. All of this can be detected and evaluated because each of these actions uses a different amount of fuel. Excessive speed or harsh braking, for example, tend to burn more fuel.
Each route assigned to a driver covers a certain number of kilometers, for which the expected fuel consumption can be calculated. By comparing actual fuel use, you can also assess whether the route was followed.
If an attempted theft forces a detour from the assigned route, the fuel module, connected to the GPS, can send alerts and notifications.
Fuel theft can come from outsiders or from the company's own employees. In either case, the system detects and can report sudden draining of the fuel tank or unauthorized drops and increases.
CO2 emissions can drop when fuel consumption is reduced. This is achieved by promoting good driving habits that prevent misuse or waste. It is also possible to detect idling, the time a vehicle is running but stopped. With the fuel control module, you can measure fuel use and take corrective action.
The information generated by the fuel control module helps traffic managers make better management decisions. In addition to real-time information, they can get historical reports to compare the performance of each driver and each vehicle.
Lower fuel consumption means financial savings for the company. You can also verify whether drivers actually worked the hours they reported and pay for the correct time worked. And by comparing vehicle usage time with fuel consumed, you can also control wear caused by excessive unauthorized use.
In short, to implement a fuel control module quickly and efficiently, Hunter Track is an option that delivers all these benefits. With our modern vehicle GPS and state-of-the-art software, we are leaders in the Dominican Republic.
So don't miss the chance to optimize your fleet's operating costs. Contact us at 809.620.2002 for a quote tailored to your company's budget and size. If you prefer, you can also visit our website for more information.
