Bears are becoming a problem in South Carolina neighborhoods, so a research team is using GPS tracking to get a handle on it.

Due to the increased level of development through the city of Horry County, SC, the neighborhoods are growing rapidly. Unfortunately, the amount of bears being seen in these neighborhoods is also becoming more prevalent.

When new residential areas are built, the bears lose their natural habitat and have to start looking for shelter and food in other places. In Horry County, it has been local neighborhoods, frightening adults, children, and other animals.

One man does construction in the Barefoot Resort area, and he has seen bears more than once. He noted that they cross the street like a deer would.

Researchers from the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources (SCDNR) have made it their mission to reduce how many encounters occur between bears and people, while still protecting this precious wildlife. Read the rest of this entry »

Glass repair is a competitive market. It’s not always easy to get an edge over your competition, but there’s one thing you can do that will advance your business miles ahead of others in your market area, make the move to fleet GPS tracking. These are just a few ways your glass repair company will benefit from GPS tracking.

Improve Customer Service

Customers like to have a good idea of how long repairs will take and how fast you can come to them to make the repairs. With GPS fleet tracking, you have a good idea of where every truck in your fleet is. Your experience in the business should let you know about how long a typical glass repair or replacement job will take. Combine the power of the two and you can identify a fairly decent window of time for the truck to arrive.

Add the power of GPS tracking and real-time traffic monitoring, plus provide the customer with the ability to track the movements of the truck for themselves so they know exactly when the truck should arrive and you have a happy customer on your hands – one that’s likely to become a repeat customer.

*Added bonus for your business – you’re not fielding the inevitable volley of “When will you be getting here?” phone calls from impatient customers. Read the rest of this entry »

Visit us at Booth #214, March 16th -18th, 2015 at The Venetian Hotel & Casino – 2015 International LCT Show

LiveViewGPS, the GPS tracking experts for business, government and individuals, is showcasing its exclusive Live Trac and Fleet Trac Platforms featuring the advanced G-5, EZ and Fleet Trac OBD Vehicle Tracker devices in Booth #214 at the International LCT Show. Held at the Venetian Hotel & Casino from March 16-18, 2015, the International LCT Show is the world’s largest convention for limousine, charter and tour operators.

LiveViewGPS’ Live Trac Platform is an Internet-based GPS vehicle tracking system accessible from any web-enabled computer or mobile device. As easy to operate as a cell phone, it permits real-time tracking with one-, five- or 10-second updates without requiring any additional software. Its features and reports are ideal for fleet operators who find it is ideal for their specialized requirements. Read the rest of this entry »

The state of Washington is considering replacing the gas tax with a pay per mile driven on public roads tax.

As a result of a new pay-by-mile pilot program in the works, people driving in Washington State may end up paying the state on a per-mile basis. The state previously implemented a gas tax, but since electric and hybrid vehicles were reducing revenue, regulators have decided to try charging per mile. This comes after the Washington State Transportation Commission approved the pilot project to be started soon.

The pilot program in question will use a GPS tracking device in a person’s vehicle. The device will track the miles the or she drives. There will be a per-mile charge, called a Road Usage Charge, which will completely replace the state’s gas tax if the pilot program is successful. The testing is set to start in 2016, utilizing GPS tracking technology. Read the rest of this entry »

Insurance is one of the major expenses for every fleet manager. The impact is especially tough on small-to mid-size companies. Using every option to lower premiums even a percentage point or two can make a big difference to your bottom line.

GPS fleet tracking software can help you convince your insurer to offer a discount on your monthly rates. Here is a look at how it works.

Safe Drivers

For personal or business driving, insurers offer discounts for safe drivers. But how do you convince them you have drivers who avoid accidents and practice defensive driving? You need proof and GPS fleet tracking software provides it.

With GPS tracking devices in each truck, you have a built-in monitor for speed, rapid acceleration and braking too hard. These are metrics that enable you to increase safety by warning drivers with problems and terminating them if necessary. Read the rest of this entry »