The Next Thing in Electric Fleet Vehicles? | GPS Fleet Tracking System

 

Modern telematics and GPS fleet tracking technology are a fleet manager’s most powerful tools to maximize vehicle efficiency and drive cost savings. In fact, Automotive Fleet notes that 98% of companies that used GPS tracking software in 2019 reported positive benefits, while 45% of fleets achieved positive ROI in 11 months or less.

 

Ready to find the right GPS solution for your fleet? Read on to understand the basics and benefits of fleet telematics, and view our selection of the best GPS fleet tracking systems.

1. GPS Fleet Tracking Overview
2. What to Look for in a GPS Fleet Tracking System
3. Pricing Structures
4. 6 Questions to Ask Before You Buy
5. The Top GPS Fleet Tracking Systems

 

Better Batteries? Let’s Talk About Electrolytes

There are two principle types of electrolytes used in batteries: liquid electrolytes and solid state electrolytes. Truck and car batteries contain a liquid often referred to as “battery acid.” These are, in fact, liquid electrolytes. In most cases, these batteries are safe. But in the case of an accident, the standard liquid electrolyte battery can become a liability should there be a fire as the liquid inside the battery is flammable. These batteries may also emit flammable hydrogen gas. 

So when it comes to safety, it stands to reason that a non-volatile alternative to liquid electrolyte batteries would be desirable. Dr. Yushin’s team at Georgia Tech has done just that: they’ve created a battery that uses solid state electrolytes that is safer. Dr. Yushin explains this in a bit more detail:

“Solid electrolytes do offer additional safety and (in the case of our technology, potential cost savings). This could be particularly important for use in electric planes or electric or hybrid electric ships or submarines, where safe evacuation within 5-10 min (or even 20-30 min) is often not feasible.

For semi-trucks, safety may also be more important than for passenger vehicles. This is because a larger-sized semi truck can do so much more damage to the road or bridge or building if it catches on fire or explodes, for example, due to spilled diesel fuel or collision (just recently I read about 17 semi-trailers caught fire due to fuel spill).

While electric semi trucks are likely going to be safer than diesel trucks, the all-solid state battery-powered semi trucks would offer the ultimate safety.”