GPS vehicle tracking gives your fleet real-time visibility: exact location, routes traveled, speed and behavior alerts. In this guide we explain how it works, what Colombian law requires, and which equipment NuMar Technologies distributes to implement it.
How does GPS vehicle tracking work?
A GPS tracker installed in the vehicle sends its position and operating data (speed, ignition status, mileage) to a web platform via a SIM card or a backup satellite module. The fleet manager sees everything from one dashboard: a real-time map, route history, behavior reports, and configurable alerts (speeding, geofence exit, unauthorized vehicle shutdown).
Benefits of implementing it
- Operational control: you know where every vehicle is and how long each route takes.
- Security: immediate alerts for route deviations or off-hours use.
- Savings: better route planning and lower fuel consumption from inefficient driving.
- Documented evidence: a verifiable history for incidents, claims or audits.
PESV compliance for fleets
Organizations with a vehicle fleet in Colombia must implement a Road Safety Strategic Plan (PESV), per Ministry of Transportation regulations. The plan requires monitoring and evaluation mechanisms for vehicle operations, and GPS tracking is the most direct technical tool to document it: logged routes, verifiable speeds, speeding alerts, and objective evidence for an audit or an incident. For larger fleets, a tracking system is practically the documentary backbone of the plan.
Equipment we distribute
| Equipment | Brand | Ideal for |
|---|---|---|
| StarLink Tracker | ERM Advanced Telematics | Advanced vehicle diagnostics |
| StarLink One | ERM Advanced Telematics | Entry-level, simple installation |
| StarLink OnBatt | ERM Advanced Telematics | Fast, direct-to-battery installation |
| FM08 Tracker | Pengsent | Plug & play with OBD connector |
| GPS FM06E | Pengsent | Remote engine cutoff |
Who is it ideal for?
Freight transport companies, school route and special transport operators, construction companies with mobile machinery, and any business with its own fleet that needs operational control and documented evidence of its operations.
Frequently asked questions
Does it work in areas without cell signal? Devices with satellite backup (such as the ERM StarLink line) keep reporting position even along corridors without cellular coverage.
Do I need to switch SIM carriers? No, we work with multi-carrier connectivity — see M2M SIM card plans.
Does it help meet my company’s PESV requirements? GPS tracking is one of the monitoring tools the plan requires; we help you with the equipment’s technical documentation.
How long does installation take? Between 1 and 3 hours per vehicle, depending on the model and installation type.
Can I see my entire fleet on one map? Yes, with filters by group, route, or vehicle status.
What happens if the device gets disconnected? Models with an internal backup battery keep reporting position for a limited time, useful for detecting unauthorized disconnections.
Want to implement vehicle tracking in your fleet? See the full vehicle tracking page or contact us for a free consultation.