Product Roundup: Telematics
A look at some of the latest tech offerings on the market from companies including Zonar, TransLoc, REI, and Seon

Seon

Zonar Systems
The Zonar V4 TM is a unique Telematics Control Unit, that when paired with Zonar Ground Traffic ControlTM web and mobile applications, improves decision-making and increases fleet safety with real-time
access to critical data on speed, location, idle, and diagnostic codes — and logs the GPS location, heading, and speed for every one of these events. www.zonarsystems.com

Transloc
TransLoc’s RealTime software enables transit providers to dispatch their fleet with speed and confidence. Using up-to-the-second map-based vehicle tracking, stakeholder reports, and passenger communications, RealTime allows agencies to run their services more efficiently and keep up with administrative tasks. Customize a display for any LCD screen with real-time location maps, arrival predictions, announcements, and external web pages. www.transloc.com

Seon
Need to track schedule adherence? Want instant information to answer complaints about missed stops? Designed for smaller fleets that don’t have the budget for integrated ITS, vMax Live Plus by Seon gives you powerful vehicle tracking features to monitor your transit fleet in real-time. Featuring live vehicle status and fleet management reports to maximize fleet efficiency and respond to safety concerns — in one convenient web-based application, fully integrated with your video surveillance system. www.seon.com

REI
A.R.M.O.R. is REI’s web-based, software suite for wireless fleet management that includes a host of innovative modules designed to protect people, verify events, and improve operation efficiencies. Its Insight module allows users to track vehicles in real-time, maintain historical route data, download event-specific video, and review driver performance and vehicle analytics for fleet efficiency (optional accessories required). A.R.M.O.R. mitigates risks and assists in calculating ROI on personnel and time savings. www.radioeng.com
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