Monitor your trailers on one interface

Monitor your trailers in real time from a single interface with Webfleet’s trailer tracking

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Complete visibility of your trailers monitored with real-time GPS tracking technology

Tracking your fleet’s trailers is key to reducing operating costs and improving efficiency. With Webfleet’s GPS trailer tracking system, you can monitor in real time the location and status of all your trailers. The tracking software allows you to manage usage, schedule maintenance, and know the exact location of each trailer. Whether you’re managing non-motorized assets like trailers or motorized assets such as bulldozers, you can stay on top of everything from one intuitive, centralized platform.

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Webfleet Trailer helps you

Locate your trailers

See exactly where they are with GPS positioning

Track trailer movements

Receive automatic alerts when your trailers enter or leave specific areas

Prevent theft

Get alerts that can help prevent theft

Manage trailer operations

Access detailed reports to understand how your trailers are being used

Simplify machinery maintenance

Schedule and manage preventive maintenance

Reduce administrative tasks with automation

Check trailer status through automated reports

Key features of trailer tracking software

Real-time tracking

Webfleet’s detailed trailer tracking map shows you the location of each trailer at all times. Even if your trailers are not at your facilities, you can track their location in real time thanks to position updates every five minutes on the tracking map.

Instant alerts help prevent theft

Webfleet lets you know when your trailer’s status changes. For example, if it enters or leaves a defined area or if an unauthorised movement is detected, you get a notification. Need to check on its status or location when you’re away from your office? With the Webfleet Mobile app, you can see trailer locations with your mobile phone and monitor the activity.

Maintain the condition of your trailers

Schedule and manage maintenance tasks to keep your fleet in good condition. Stay on top of asset maintenance, avoiding unexpected downtime and business losses. Set up notifications based on odometer, engine hours, or the amount of time that has passed since the last preventative maintenance was scheduled.

Know how your trailers are being used

Use Webfleet’s detailed view to get a quick overview or access automated reports on the status of each vehicle. These reports include the current position, trip history, maintenance tasks, address, location, and operational events of the trailers (such as the trailer door status). Webfleet consolidates all this information into a centralised interface, allowing you to manage the entire operation and track trailers in real time.

Couple your trailer and vehicle

If your vehicle is also equipped with a LINK tracking device, the coupled information is displayed automatically on the map for both vehicles and assets. You can easily identify which trailer is connected to which vehicle. This simplifies your utilisation management, as you can immediately see which assets are still available.

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Monitor your trailers through a mobile app

With Webfleet trailer tracking, you access all your business data through your online account. You can therefore manage your fleet’s trailer tracking on the go, with our mobile app. As long as you have a reliable internet connection and the Webfleet Mobile app installed on your phone, checking the status can be done anytime, from anywhere.

Powered asset tracking

MECKY LOGISTICS GMBH has been using the Webfleet solution since 2015. With the great new Asset Tracking LINK 340, we track our trailers in one place, which is a big help for our business.

Mecky Logistics GmbH

All you need to know about trailer tracking

What is trailer tracking?

With trailer tracking, fleet operators gain insights on the location and status of every single trailer in their fleet. This information helps fleets calculate the optimal number of trailers, reducing unnecessary investment. Trailer tracking also simplifies the management of trailer utilisation, maintenance, and safety.

What is a trailer tracking device?

A trailer tracking device is essentially a GPS device for trailers. By attaching these GPS devices to trailers, fleet operators can always know the locations of their assets, not to mention the availability and road worthiness of the trailers. The trailer trackers used by Webfleet customers are designed for the toughest of weather and road conditions.

How does trailer tracking work?

A trailer tracking system gives fleet managers visibility on every trailer in their fleet. The system uses GPS trackers to locate trailers, whether they’re on the road or parked at a customer’s business. The tracking system also sends alerts about overloading and issues with braking, helping prevent road incidents.

Who can use trailer tracking?

Trailer tracking is ideal for HGV fleets that rely on trailers to deliver goods. With features like automated coupling status, fleet operators can always identify which trailers are connected to vehicles. Trip details drawn from GPS provide data such as speed and position, so trailer tracking can occur in real time.

Why is trailer tracking important?

Trailer tracking is important for a few reasons. For one, it enables fleets to cut costs and boost productivity by optimising trailer and tyre maintenance. With trailer tyres kept at appropriate pressure levels, fleets can maximise their fuel efficiency while limiting CO₂ emissions.

What are the benefits of trailer tracking?

A trailer tracking system helps fleets improve utilisation of their assets. As a result, fleet operators can keep their trailers productive and avoid empty runs. Real time insights on locations make it possible to maintain cargo security. Another benefit of trailer tracking is the ability to monitor brake systems and tyre conditions, both of which contribute to fleet safety.

What is the best way to track a trailer?

The best way to track a trailer is by employing a GPS trailer tracking system. With this device, fleet operators attain real time visibility of the status, location, and motions of each trailer in their fleet. GPS enabled tracking devices deliver precise location data and can send alerts for occurrences like unanticipated movement or extended inactive periods. This cutting edge tracking technology enables fleet operators to effectively supervise and protect their trailers, enhancing security and lowering operational costs.

How do trailer tracking devices work to prevent theft?

A trailer tracking device is an assertive tool for preventing theft. By using GPS trailer tracking, enterprises can observe each trailer's location and detect any unusual activity. For instance, by arranging geofences around specific areas, operators obtain real time alerts if a trailer moves outside its specified site, which is especially useful for after hours security. In case of unauthorised movement, the system sends instant notifications so fleet managers can act quickly. Additionally, the tamper proof structure of these devices provides reliable tracking, making it more manageable for authorities to recover stolen assets and giving customers peace of mind.