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Autocar partners with Geotab to enhance truck uptime with factory-installed telematics solutions

Autocar to deploy Geotab GO devices in every truck for improved uptime and data

April 7, 2025
By embedding Geotab's GO devices into its vehicles, Autocar will gain access to near real-time, enterprise-grade telematics data to enhance its in-house production, warranty, and service platforms.

Geotab recently partnered with Autocar, a manufacturer of custom-engineered vocational trucks, to provide factory-installed Geotab GO devices in all Autocar vehicles. Autocar will install Geotab GO devices on the factory line in every internal combustion engine truck it produces.

"In today's competitive landscape, easy access to high-quality data is essential. That is why Geotab is committed to removing barriers and delivering the insights fleets need to operate smarter, safer, and more efficiently," James McDermott, senior solution partnerships manager at Geotab, said. "This partnership with Autocar is a powerful step forward. By equipping every Autocar truck with Geotab's industry-leading telematics, we're ensuring fleet operators have easy access to the critical data they need to maximize uptime and performance."

See also: Workhorse enhances W56 step van with Geotab telematics

By embedding Geotab's GO devices into its vehicles, Autocar will gain access to near real-time, enterprise-grade telematics data to enhance its in-house production, warranty, and service platforms, including its proprietary "Always Up" systems. This will allow Autocar to monitor vehicle health, streamline maintenance, and maximize fleet uptime for its customers.

Fleets operating Autocar trucks will benefit from connectivity. Instead of needing to install aftermarket GO devices, Geotab-enabled Autocar trucks will soon be available with an integrated OEM solution.

"This collaboration with Geotab allows us to provide proactive monitoring of truck performance so that we can provide direct OEM support to our customers," Eric Schwartz, Autocar president, said. "By embedding Geotab's industry-leading telematics solution into our factory production line, coupled with our continued investments in sophisticated field data analytics, we are further strengthening our commitment to delivering 'Always Up' performance and expanding on our direct-to-customer service model that has been a cornerstone of our success."

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