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Fleet management insights, compliance guides and industry news from the Traknova team.

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Immobiliser Light Flashing and Car Won't Start? How to Fix It

Immobiliser or key symbol flashing on the dashboard and the car won't start? Here are the common causes, from key battery to transponder, and how to fix each.

Charles Alexis·2 November 2026

Dash Cameras

Jimi JC400 Dash Cam Offline? How to Get It Back Online Fast

Jimi IoT JC400 dash cam showing offline on the platform? Work through power, SIM, APN and server settings to find the fault and get it reporting again.

Charles Alexis·2 November 2026

Immobilisers

Key Not Detected on a Keyless Car? Quick Fixes to Get You Moving

Dashboard says key not detected or no key found? Here is how to start your keyless car with a flat fob, plus the other common causes and how to fix them.

Timi·2 November 2026

Compliance

MOT History Not Showing? Why a Vehicle's MOT Record Can Be Missing

Checked a vehicle's MOT history and nothing came up? Here are the common reasons a record is missing, from new cars to plate changes, and how to find it.

Charles Alexis·2 November 2026

GPS Tracking

Protect Your Dealership Stock: How Organised Car Theft Gangs Work and What Stops Them

Kent Police jailed a chop shop operator after seizing £1 million in stolen car parts near Maidstone. Here's what the case reveals about how professional theft gangs target dealer stock — and the layered security that stops them.

Sheriff Subair·2 November 2026

Fleet Management

Remote Unlock Not Working From the App? How to Fix Fleet Lock Issues

Car not unlocking from the app, or locking itself again straight away? Here are the common causes of remote lock and unlock problems and the fixes.

Charles Alexis·2 November 2026

Dash Cameras

Teltonika Dashcam Not Connecting to TCT? A Setup Troubleshooting Guide

KeepCam or ProCam not showing up in TCT, not going online or not recording? Step-by-step checks for the most common Teltonika dashcam setup problems.

Charles Alexis·2 November 2026

Dash Cameras

All-in-One AI Dashcam or Tracker Plus Camera? A Guide for PHV Fleets

Should taxi and PHV fleets buy one AI dashcam with tracking built in, or keep a separate tracker and camera? The trade-offs on cost, security and reliability.

Charles Alexis·1 November 2026

Dash Cameras

Edge AI vs Cloud AI Dashcams: What It Means for Data Costs and Alerts

Edge AI or cloud AI dashcams? A plain-English guide to how each works and what it means for your fleet's data costs, alert speed and false alarms.

Charles Alexis·1 November 2026

GPS Tracking

GPS Tracker Not Responding to SMS Commands? Why and How to Fix It

Sending SMS commands to your GPS tracker and getting no reply? Check the format, password, SIM and sender settings. Includes Teltonika, Concox and Coban tips.

Charles Alexis·1 November 2026

GPS Tracking

GPS Tracker SIM or APN Not Working? How to Get the Tracker Online

GPS tracker has power and GPS but will not come online? It is usually the SIM or the APN. Here is how to check both and fix the settings properly.

Timi·1 November 2026

Fleet Management

Harsh Braking Alerts Wrong? How to Fix False Driver Behaviour Scores

Drivers getting harsh braking or cornering alerts they don't deserve? Here is what causes false driver behaviour events and how to set it up so drivers trust it

Charles Alexis·1 November 2026

Dash Cameras

Hikvision Dash Cam Offline? How to Get Your Fleet Camera Reporting

Hikvision vehicle dash cam showing offline or not uploading? Work through power, SIM, network and platform settings to find the cause and fix it.

Charles Alexis·1 November 2026

Dash Cameras

Howen Dash Cam or MDVR Offline? Step-by-Step Fixes for Fleets

Howen dash cam or mobile DVR showing offline on your platform? Here is how to check power, SIM, storage and server settings to get it reporting again.

Timi·1 November 2026

Compliance

Driver-Facing Cameras and GDPR: What UK Fleet Operators Must Know

Thinking about AI driver monitoring cameras? What UK GDPR means for your fleet, from DPIAs and privacy mode to retention and telling your drivers.

Charles Alexis·31 October 2026

Fleet Management

Fleet Trip Reports Wrong? How to Fix Missing, Merged or Fake Trips

Trip reports showing missing journeys, two trips merged into one or trips that never happened? Here is why it happens and how to get accurate fleet trip data.

Charles Alexis·31 October 2026

Immobilisers

Forgot Your Ghost Immobiliser PIN or Lost the Fob? What to Do Next

Locked out by your own ghost immobiliser after forgetting the PIN or losing the fob? Here is how to get going again and stop it happening across a fleet.

Charles Alexis·31 October 2026

GPS Tracking

GPS Tracker Alerts Not Working? Fix Geofence and Notification Issues

Not getting geofence, speeding or movement alerts from your GPS tracker? Here are the common causes, from phone settings to reporting intervals, and the fixes.

Timi·31 October 2026

GPS Tracking

GPS Tracker Showing Ignition On When Engine Is Off? How to Fix It

Tracker says the engine is running when the vehicle is parked, or never shows ignition on? Here is how ignition detection works and how to set it up right.

Charles Alexis·31 October 2026

GPS Tracking

GPS Tracker Jumping Around When Parked? How to Stop GPS Drift

Tracker showing a parked vehicle moving, jumping between streets or adding fake trips? Here is what causes GPS drift and the settings that stop it.

Charles Alexis·31 October 2026

Dash Cameras

2, 3 or 6 Cameras? How to Plan a Fleet Dashcam Setup by Vehicle Type

How many dashcams does each vehicle need? A practical guide to camera setups for cars, taxis, vans and trucks, from front-only to full 360° coverage.

Charles Alexis·31 October 2026

Dash Cameras

Dash Cam Showing the Wrong Date and Time? How to Fix It for Good

Dash cam keeps resetting its date and time or showing the wrong hour? Learn why it happens, how to fix it and why wrong timestamps can weaken a claim.

Charles Alexis·30 October 2026

Immobilisers

Dashboard Warning Lights After an Immobiliser Was Fitted? Here's Why

New warning lights on the dash after fitting an immobiliser or tracker? Learn the common causes, which ones are safe to drive with and when to go back.

Timi·30 October 2026

Fleet Management

Driver ID Not Working or Wrong Driver Assigned? How to Fix It Fast

Trips showing no driver or the wrong driver in your fleet platform? Here are the common causes with RFID cards, key fobs and app check-ins, and how to fix them.

Charles Alexis·30 October 2026

GPS Tracking

Fifotrack GPS Tracker Offline? How to Find the Fault and Fix It

Fifotrack GPS tracker showing offline or not updating? Work through power, SIM, APN and server settings to get your device reporting to the platform again.

Charles Alexis·30 October 2026

Fleet Management

Fleet Fuel Report Doesn't Match Fuel Cards? How to Find the Gap

Telematics fuel figures not matching what your fuel cards say you spent? Here are the common reasons, from estimates to misuse, and how to close the gap.

Timi·30 October 2026

Dash Cameras

Teltonika KeepCam Alternatives: 5 AI Dashcams for UK Fleets in 2026

Looking at the Teltonika KeepCam? Here are 5 AI dashcam alternatives for UK taxi, PHV, rental and van fleets, and how to choose between them.

Charles Alexis·30 October 2026

Dash Cameras

Teltonika ProCam Alternatives: Multi-Camera Dashcams for Vans and HGVs

Comparing multi-camera AI dashcams for vans, trucks and trailers. ProCam alternatives from Streamax, Jimi IoT and more, plus what to check before buying.

Charles Alexis·30 October 2026

Dash Cameras

Dash Cam Keeps Beeping? What Each Beep Means and How to Stop It

Dash cam beeping on start up, while driving or when parked? Here are the most common causes, from SD card errors to G-sensor alerts, and how to fix each.

Charles Alexis·29 October 2026

Dash Cameras

Dash Cam Parking Mode Not Working? The Real Reasons and the Fixes

Parking mode not recording when the car is off? It is usually the wiring, the voltage cut-off or the settings. Here is how to find which and fix it.

Charles Alexis·29 October 2026

Dash Cameras

Dash Cam Rear Camera Not Working? How to Find and Fix the Fault

Rear dash cam showing no picture or not detected? Check the cable, connector and settings in this order to find the fault fast and get recording again.

Timi·29 October 2026

Dash Cameras

4G Dash Cam SIM Card Not Working? How to Get the Camera Online

4G dash cam showing no SIM, no signal or no data? Check these causes, from APN settings to PIN locks and data plans, to get your camera back online.

Charles Alexis·29 October 2026

Dash Cameras

Dash Cam Stuck on Boot Screen or Keeps Restarting? Try These Fixes

Dash cam frozen on the logo, stuck in a reboot loop or restarting while driving? Here are the usual causes, from power to SD cards to firmware, and the fixes.

Charles Alexis·29 October 2026

GPS Tracking

Fleet Tracking Software for UK Taxi, PCO, Rental and Dealership Fleets: What to Prioritise

Choosing fleet tracking software for a taxi, PCO, rental or dealership fleet? What each type should prioritise and what to ask before you sign.

Sheriff Subair·29 October 2026

Compliance

MOT History Check: What Fleet Managers Can Read Between the Passes and the Advisories

MOT history shows more than pass or fail. What fleet managers can read from advisories, failures and mileage, and how to track expiries across a fleet.

Sheriff Subair·29 October 2026

Fleet Management

Remote Vehicle Access for Fleets: Decide Who Gets In, for How Long, and Take It Back

How remote vehicle access lets fleet operators decide who can get into a vehicle, for how long, and take access back. For rental, taxi and dealer fleets.

Sheriff Subair·29 October 2026

Dash Cameras

Teltonika KeepCam vs Hikvision G40: Fleet Dashcam Comparison 2026

Teltonika KeepCam or Hikvision AE-DI2032-G40? We compare channels, AI features, storage, setup and platform fit for UK taxi, rental and van fleets.

Charles Alexis·29 October 2026

Dash Cameras

Teltonika KeepCam vs ProCam: Which AI Dashcam Does Your Fleet Need?

KeepCam or ProCam? We compare Teltonika's new AI dashcams on cameras, driver monitoring, privacy and vehicle fit so you can pick the right one.

Charles Alexis·29 October 2026

Compliance

Fleet ULEZ Checker: Work Out Your Daily Exposure and Which Vehicles to Replace First

One non-compliant vehicle costs £12.50 a day in the ULEZ. Here is how to check your fleet, work out your total exposure and decide what to replace first.

Sheriff Subair·29 October 2026

Dash Cameras

Dash Cam Emergency Files Filling the SD Card? Fix G-Sensor Settings

Too many locked or emergency clips filling your dash cam SD card? It is usually G-sensor sensitivity. Here is how to set it right without missing real events.

Charles Alexis·28 October 2026

Dash Cameras

Dash Cam Footage Corrupted or Won't Play? How to Recover the Video

Dash cam video won't play on your PC, shows an error or is corrupted? Try these steps to open and recover footage, and stop it happening next time.

Timi·28 October 2026

Dash Cameras

Dash Cam GPS Not Working? Fix Missing Speed and Location Data

Dash cam footage missing speed or location, or GPS showing no signal? Here is why it happens and how to fix it, including the heated windscreen problem.

Charles Alexis·28 October 2026

Dash Cameras

Dash Cam Hardwire Kit Not Working or Blowing Fuses? How to Fix It

Hardwired dash cam not powering on, not switching to parking mode or blowing fuses? Here are the common wiring mistakes and how to put them right safely.

Charles Alexis·28 October 2026

Dash Cameras

Dash Cam Interfering With DAB Radio? Why It Happens and How to Fix It

DAB radio dropping out or losing stations since fitting a dash cam? It is usually electrical noise from the power supply. Here is how to fix it properly.

Timi·28 October 2026

Dash Cameras

Teltonika KeepCam and ProCam Explained: ADAS, DSM and Live Video

Teltonika's new KeepCam and ProCam AI dashcams explained in plain English. What they do, who they're for and what to check before you buy.

Charles Alexis·28 October 2026

Fleet Management

Van Benefit in Kind 2026/27: What a Company Van Costs Drivers and Employers

Van benefit in kind for 2026/27: the £4,170 flat charge, fuel benefit, electric vans, private use and when the charge is nil. A guide for fleet managers.

Sheriff Subair·28 October 2026

GPS Tracking

Check Digital Tracking Compatibility Before You Fit GPS Trackers to Your Taxi, Rental or Dealership Fleet

Check whether your taxi, rental or dealership vehicles already support digital tracking before you fit hardware. Free VIN check, results by email.

Sheriff Subair·28 October 2026

GPS Tracking

2G and 3G Switch-Off: Will Your GPS Trackers Stop Working in the UK?

3G is now off across UK networks and 2G is on its way out. Here is how to check if your trackers, dash cams and immobilisers are affected, and what to do.

Charles Alexis·27 October 2026

Dash Cameras

Cabin Camera Footage Pink, Purple or Washed Out? How to Fix It

Interior dash cam footage pink in daylight, purple at night or full of glare? Here is what causes it in taxis and PCO cars and how to get clear cabin video.

Charles Alexis·27 October 2026

Immobilisers

Car Won't Start After Ghost Immobiliser Install? What to Check First

Car cranks but won't start, or won't do anything, after a ghost immobiliser was fitted? Here are the most common reasons and what to check before you panic.

Timi·27 October 2026

GPS Tracking

Coban GPS Tracker Offline? How to Fix TK103, TK303 and Similar Models

Coban GPS tracker offline or not updating? Check power, SIM, APN and server settings using SMS commands to get your TK103 or similar device back online.

Charles Alexis·27 October 2026

GPS Tracking

Concox and Jimi Tracker LED Lights Meaning: A Quick Fault Guide

What do the red, green and blue lights on a Concox or Jimi IoT GPS tracker mean? A quick guide to the common patterns and what to fix when they look wrong.

Charles Alexis·27 October 2026

Turo

The Best Cars for Turo in the UK: What Turo's Own Data Leaves Out

Turo's Carculator says a Fiat Punto beats an Audi Q7 on return. What the UK data shows, what it leaves out, and how to pick a car that actually makes money.

Charles Alexis·26 October 2026

Turo

Can You Put a Financed or PCP Car on Turo? What UK Hosts Must Know

Thinking of listing a PCP, hire purchase or leased car on Turo in the UK? What your finance agreement likely says, what can go wrong and how to do it right.

Charles Alexis·26 October 2026

Turo

Turo Breakdowns: Avoiding the Three-Hour Wait and the One-Star Review

A Turo breakdown costs UK hosts more than a tow: lost days, roadside fees and a ruined review. How to prevent breakdowns and handle one when it happens.

Charles Alexis·26 October 2026

Turo

How to Win a Turo Damage Claim in the UK: Evidence That Pays

Most Turo damage claims are lost on evidence, not facts. A UK host guide to photos, deadlines, trip data and dashcam footage that gets claims paid.

Charles Alexis·26 October 2026

Turo

Turo Delivered in the UK: Is Offering Delivery Worth It for Hosts?

Turo Delivered launches in the UK in November 2026. How delivery works for UK hosts, the insurance gap most people miss, and how to price it so it pays.

Charles Alexis·26 October 2026

Turo

When Turo Guests Drive at 100mph: What UK Hosts Can Actually Do

Your tracker says a guest just hit 110mph on the M6. What UK Turo hosts can do about speeding and reckless driving, from prevention to evidence and response.

Charles Alexis·26 October 2026

Turo

Going Private: Should UK Turo Hosts Take Direct Bookings?

More Turo hosts are moving bookings off the platform. What going private involves in the UK, what it costs, and how to do it without losing your income.

Charles Alexis·26 October 2026

Turo

Turo Monthly Rentals: Fewer Handovers, Different Risks

UK Turo guests can now book cars for up to three months. Monthly trips cut handovers, but your car is out of sight for weeks. How to price and protect them.

Charles Alexis·26 October 2026

Turo

Turo Reviews: Why 4 Stars Counts as a Fail for UK Hosts

On Turo, a 4-star review hurts almost as much as a bad one. How host ratings are really measured, what earns five stars, and how to handle unfair reviews.

Charles Alexis·26 October 2026

GPS Tracking

Can a GPS Tracker Be Blocked? Jammers, UK Law and What Fleets Should Do

Can thieves or drivers block your fleet's GPS trackers? What jammers do, what UK law says about them, and how fleets stay visible when someone tries.

Sheriff Subair·23 October 2026

GPS Tracking

Courtesy Cars, Demonstrators and Test Drives: How UK Dealerships Keep Track

Courtesy cars kept for days, demonstrators clocking miles and test drives that don't come back. How UK dealerships track the vehicles that leave with customers.

Sheriff Subair·23 October 2026

GPS Tracking

Do Dealerships Put Trackers on Cars? What UK Dealers Need to Tell Buyers

Some dealers track stock and financed cars. Here's when that's fine, what changes the moment a car is sold, and what UK dealers need to tell buyers.

Sheriff Subair·23 October 2026

Immobilisers

Do Ghost Immobilisers Void Your Warranty or Lease? What Fleet Operators Should Check

Will fitting a ghost immobiliser void the manufacturer warranty, or breach a lease? What the risk really is for fleets, and the checks that protect you before fitting.

Sheriff Subair·23 October 2026

Fleet Management

EV Fleet Theft: How PCO and Rental Operators Protect Electric Vehicles

EVs are stolen less often than average, but the models PCO and rental fleets run are the ones thieves target. What the risk looks like and how to protect an EV fleet.

Sheriff Subair·23 October 2026

Logistics

Ford Transit and VW Van Theft: How Fleets Protect Transits, Customs, Transporters and Crafters

The Ford Transit is the UK's most stolen van, and thieves want the tools inside as much as the van. What the latest data shows and how van fleets protect themselves.

Sheriff Subair·23 October 2026

Immobilisers

Ghost Immobiliser or Dash Cam: Which Should Your Fleet Fit First?

Ghost immobiliser or dash cam? They solve different problems. Here's which one taxi, PCO, rental and dealership fleets should fit first, and what each costs.

Sheriff Subair·23 October 2026

Immobilisers

Ghost Immobiliser vs Relay Immobiliser: Which Does Your Fleet Need?

Ghost and relay immobilisers both stop a vehicle starting, but one is controlled by the driver and the other by you. Here's how they differ and which a fleet needs.

Sheriff Subair·23 October 2026

Fleet Management

Range Rover Fleet Security: Protecting High-Value Land Rovers on Rental, Chauffeur and Dealer Fleets

Range Rovers are among the UK's most stolen cars and some insurers have struggled to cover them. How rental, chauffeur and dealer fleets protect high-value Land Rovers.

Sheriff Subair·23 October 2026

Taxi & PHV

Toyota Hybrid Theft: What Taxi and PCO Fleets Need to Know in 2026

Catalytic converter theft has collapsed, but Toyota hybrids are still a target. What's changed, which risks are real for taxi and PCO fleets, and how to protect them.

Sheriff Subair·23 October 2026

Vehicle Finance

Vehicle VIN Tracking: What a VIN Can and Can't Tell a Vehicle Finance Funder

Can you track a vehicle by its VIN? Not on its own. Here's what VIN checks actually show, and how funders get live VIN-level visibility of funded dealer stock.

Sheriff Subair·23 October 2026

Immobilisers

Can a Ghost Immobiliser Be Bypassed or Hacked? The Honest Answer for Fleets

Can thieves bypass or hack a ghost immobiliser? Where they're genuinely strong, the four weak points that actually get vehicles stolen, and how fleets close them.

Sheriff Subair·21 October 2026

Immobilisers

Steering Wheel Lock vs Ghost Immobiliser: What Works for a Fleet?

Steering wheel lock or ghost immobiliser? How each one stops theft, where each falls down, and why the answer changes when you run 20 vehicles instead of one.

Sheriff Subair·21 October 2026

GPS Tracking

Where Do You Put a Tracker on a Car? How Fleet Trackers Should Be Fitted

Where should a tracker go on a fleet vehicle? What a good fitting location needs, why the OBD port isn't enough on high-risk cars, and when to fit two devices.

Sheriff Subair·21 October 2026

Immobilisers

How UK Taxi, Rental and Dealership Fleets Use Ghost Immobilisers to Stop Relay Theft

Protect your fleet from relay attacks and keyless theft. Find out how ghost immobilisers work for UK fleet operators and what they actually cost.

Sheriff Subair·19 October 2026

Taxi & PHV

TfL-Approved Dash Cam FAQs: Camera Count, Passenger Requests and What Happens Next

Camera count, passenger data requests, multi-borough licensing. The TfL dash cam questions that come after the basic requirements.

Sheriff Subair·19 October 2026

GPS Tracking

Fleet Telematics Explained for Taxi, PCO, Rental and Dealership Operators

Fleet telematics explained in plain terms for taxi, PCO, rental and dealership operators, what the data tells you and whether it is worth it below 50 vehicles.

Sheriff Subair·15 October 2026

GPS Tracking

Hardwired GPS Trackers for Fleet Vehicles: OBD Wiring, Thatcham Ratings and Fleet Installation Explained

Not every 'hardwired' tracker is actually hardwired. OBD vs hardwired wiring, Thatcham S5 and S7 certification, and fleet installation, explained properly.

Sheriff Subair·15 October 2026

GPS Tracking

HGV Cargo Theft Is Up 438%. The Runcorn Depot Raid Shows How It Happens.

Cargo theft losses in the UK have risen 438% since 2022. The Guinness depot raid in Runcorn is a reminder of what logistics operators are up against — and what protection actually looks like.

Sheriff Subair·12 October 2026

Fleet Management

Remote Fleet Monitoring: How UK Operators Stop Finding Out About Problems After the Fact

Can't be everywhere at once? Remote fleet monitoring lets you see every vehicle, every journey, and every incident, without leaving the office.

Sheriff Subair·12 October 2026

Car Rental

Rental Vehicle Tracking Explained: How to See Your Whole Fleet Without Hardware

See your whole rental fleet in real time without fitting hardware to every vehicle. How digital tracking works, and when you still need one.

Sheriff Subair·12 October 2026

GPS Tracking

GPS Tracking for Fleet Vehicles: Real-Time vs Passive, and the Contract Terms to Check First

Real-time or passive tracking? More importantly, what does your contract actually say about billing, data and exit terms? Here's what to check.

Sheriff Subair·8 October 2026

Vehicle Finance

Vehicle Finance Recovery Tracking: Real-Time Vehicle Location Removes the Tracing Delay for Lenders

The tracing phase adds days to every recovery case. Real-time vehicle location removes it before an agent is ever dispatched.

Sheriff Subair·8 October 2026

Fleet Management

Fleet Risk Management Is Three Practical Questions, Not a Policy Document

Fleet risk management for taxi, rental and dealership operators: security, visibility and evidence, explained simply.

Sheriff Subair·6 October 2026

Fleet Management

Grey Fleet Policy: What UK Employers Must Include to Cover Vehicle, Driver and Journey Risk

What your grey fleet policy must cover, the supporting documents you need, and how to make it enforceable in practice. UK guide for HR and fleet managers.

Sheriff Subair·6 October 2026

Immobilisers

Fleet Ghost Immobiliser Installation: What You Need to Arrange First

Fitting one ghost immobiliser takes two to three hours. Fitting a fleet is a logistics problem nobody else has written about. Here's how to arrange it.

Sheriff Subair·2 October 2026

GPS Tracking

Concox GPS Tracker Not Connecting: How to Diagnose and Fix

Concox GPS tracker not connecting to your fleet platform? GT06N, GV20, and GV600 troubleshooting covering factory defaults, APN, and SIM provisioning.

Sheriff Subair·1 October 2026

GPS Tracking

GPS Tracker Location Delayed: How to Get Real-Time Updates

Vehicle position on the map 5 to 30 minutes behind where it actually is? Here are the causes of GPS tracking delays and how to configure for real-time updates.

Sheriff Subair·1 October 2026

GPS Tracking

GPS Tracker Draining Your Car Battery? How to Fix It

Vehicle battery going flat after a few days parked? A GPS tracker drawing too much current when idle is a common cause. Here is how to diagnose and fix it.

Sheriff Subair·1 October 2026

GPS Tracking

GPS Tracker Not Accurate: Why Your Positions Are Wrong or Jumping

GPS positions off by hundreds of metres or jumping around the map? Here are the main causes of inaccurate GPS tracking and how to fix each one.

Sheriff Subair·1 October 2026

GPS Tracking

GPS Tracker Not Showing on Map in Fleet Software

Device showing as online but no vehicle visible on the map? Here are the most common reasons and how to resolve each one.

Sheriff Subair·1 October 2026

GPS Tracking

GPS Tracker Not Updating Location? Here's What to Fix First

GPS tracker stuck on an old position or showing last seen hours ago? These are the most common causes and how to fix each one quickly.

Sheriff Subair·1 October 2026

GPS Tracking

GPS Tracker Showing Offline: Common Causes and How to Fix Them

GPS tracker showing offline in your fleet platform? Here are the most common causes and a step-by-step process to get it back online.

Sheriff Subair·1 October 2026

GPS Tracking

GPS Tracker Mileage Not Matching Odometer: Why and What to Do

GPS mileage consistently lower than the dashboard odometer? Here is why GPS and odometer figures always differ, and which one matters for your use case.

Sheriff Subair·1 October 2026

GPS Tracking

Hardwired GPS Tracker Not Working After Installation

Hardwired GPS tracker fitted but not appearing in the platform? Work through these checks before calling the installer back.

Sheriff Subair·1 October 2026

GPS Tracking

How to Check If Your Vehicle Has a GPS Tracker Fitted

How to verify whether a GPS tracker has been fitted to a vehicle, whether you are a fleet manager auditing your own fleet or checking a used vehicle purchase.

Sheriff Subair·1 October 2026

GPS Tracking

Jimi IoT / Concox GPS Tracker Not Updating Location

Jimi IoT or Concox GPS tracker not updating location? These are the most common causes for JM-LL01, JM-VL01 and JM-LL501 devices and how to fix each one.

Sheriff Subair·1 October 2026

GPS Tracking

Jimi IoT Tracker Showing Offline: Diagnosis Guide

Jimi IoT tracker showing offline in fleet software? Use LED indicators, report interval checks, and GPRS registration steps to bring the device back online.

Sheriff Subair·1 October 2026

GPS Tracking

Mictrack GPS Tracker Offline: What to Check and How to Fix It

Mictrack MT600 or MT700 showing offline? Common causes include SMS configuration commands not accepted, incorrect APN, and inactive SIM data plans.

Sheriff Subair·1 October 2026

GPS Tracking

OBD GPS Tracker Keeps Disconnecting: Causes and Fixes

OBD GPS tracker dropping connection or going offline intermittently? These are the most common causes and how to fix each one.

Sheriff Subair·1 October 2026

GPS Tracking

Queclink GPS Tracker Not Sending Data to Platform

Queclink GV300, GV500, GV600, or GL300 not sending data to your fleet platform? Common causes include report interval, GPRS context, and server address issues.

Sheriff Subair·1 October 2026

GPS Tracking

Ruptela GPS Tracker Not Working: Common Causes and Fixes

Ruptela GPS tracker not sending data or connecting to your platform? These are the most common causes and step-by-step fixes for HCV5, TCO4 RS, Eco3 and FM-Eco4 devices.

Sheriff Subair·1 October 2026

GPS Tracking

Ruptela Tracker Offline in Fleet Software: What to Check

Ruptela tracker showing offline in fleet software? Step-by-step diagnosis using LED status, Config Tool connection log, and server host and port verification.

Sheriff Subair·1 October 2026

GPS Tracking

Teltonika GPS Tracker Not Connecting to Platform: How to Fix It

Teltonika FMB or FMC tracker not connecting to your fleet platform? Step-by-step diagnosis covering Configurator settings, APN, SIM and server endpoint.

Sheriff Subair·1 October 2026

GPS Tracking

Teltonika Tracker Showing Offline: Step-by-Step Diagnosis

Teltonika tracker showing offline in your fleet dashboard? This step-by-step guide covers Configurator checks, GPRS status, and server connection records.

Sheriff Subair·1 October 2026

Vehicle Finance

Dealer Onboarding Due Diligence: What Your Credit Check Misses Before You Fund the First Vehicle

A credit check tells you if a dealer can pay. It won't tell you if their stock is already pledged elsewhere. Here's what else to verify first.

Sheriff Subair·1 October 2026

Fleet Management

Grey Fleet Management: Why the Law Treats Your Employees' Cars Like Company Vehicles

Under UK law, your duty of care extends to employees driving their own cars for work. Here's what grey fleet management actually requires.

Sheriff Subair·1 October 2026

Vehicle Finance

Double-Funding and Ghost Stock: The Floorplan Fraud Patterns a Single Audit Can't Catch

Double-funding and ghost stock beat a scheduled audit by design. Here's how each fraud actually works, and how to catch them.

Sheriff Subair·30 September 2026

Immobilisers

Relay Attack: How Thieves Steal Keyless Fleet Vehicles, and the Only Thing That Stops Them

Relay attacks account for 70% of UK vehicle theft. Find out how they work, why commercial fleets are targeted, and what ghost immobilisers do to stop them.

Sheriff Subair·29 September 2026

GPS Tracking

Van Theft Is At Its Worst In Autumn. Here's What Logistics Operators Need To Do Now.

Logistics UK has warned that 11,273 vans were stolen in 2024, worth £200 million combined. With autumn marking peak season for van crime, here is what fleet operators need to do now.

Sheriff Subair·28 September 2026

Immobilisers

Does a Ghost Immobiliser Reduce Fleet Insurance? What UK Insurers Actually Say

Ghost immobilisers can reduce insurance by 5-15% where insurers recognise them, but for fleet operators, theft prevention is the bigger ROI. Honest guide.

Sheriff Subair·28 September 2026

Immobilisers

Ghost Immobiliser vs GPS Tracker: Which Does a Fleet Operator Actually Need?

Prevention or recovery? Ghost immobilisers stop theft. Trackers find stolen vehicles. For fleet operators, here's which to prioritise, and why most need both.

Sheriff Subair·25 September 2026

Dash Cameras

Best SD Card for Dash Cam: The Right Choice for Taxi and PCO Fleets in 2026

Best SD cards for dashcams in 2026, plus fleet operator guidance on standardisation, bulk buying, and replacement schedules.

Sheriff Subair·24 September 2026

Dash Cameras

Dash Cam Not Charging? 7 Causes and How to Fix Each One

Dashcam not charging? Cable, fuse, USB port, hardwire kit fault - here are the 7 most common causes and how to fix each one, including for fleet operators.

Sheriff Subair·24 September 2026

Dash Cameras

Dash Cam Keeps Overwriting Footage Before You Can Save It: Here Is What to Do

Dashcam overwriting the footage you needed? Here is how loop recording works, why G-sensor lockup stops your camera recording, and how to protect clips before they are gone.

Sheriff Subair·22 September 2026

Dash Cameras

Dash Cam Not Saving Footage: Three Root Causes and the Fix for Each One

Dash cam not saving footage? SD card failure, G-sensor lockup, and loop recording settings cause almost every case. Here is how to diagnose and fix each one.

Sheriff Subair·22 September 2026

Dash Cameras

Dash Cam Parking Mode Draining Your Battery: What Is Happening and How to Fix the Setup

Dashcam parking mode flattening your car battery? Here is why it happens, what voltage cutoff to set, and how taxi operators manage extended parking without losing a vehicle.

Sheriff Subair·22 September 2026

Fleet Management

How to Preserve and Submit Dashcam Evidence for a UK Fleet Insurance Claim

How to preserve, export and submit dashcam footage so it actually strengthens your fleet insurance claim, step by step.

Sheriff Subair·22 September 2026

Dash Cameras

Live Dash Cam Footage Not Loading: Wi-Fi and 4G Have Different Problems and Different Fixes

Live dashcam footage not loading on your app? Wi-Fi or 4G — the fix depends on your setup. Diagnose the problem and restore your live feed in minutes.

Sheriff Subair·22 September 2026

GPS Tracking

The hidden cost of a stolen fleet vehicle (and why your insurance doesn't cover most of it)

A stolen fleet vehicle costs far more than the insurance payout. Here's what operators actually lose — and how to avoid it entirely.

Sheriff Subair·19 September 2026

Fleet Management

Fleet Insurance Telematics: What Insurers Actually Look At, and What It Can't Promise

Fleet insurance telematics is not a guaranteed discount. Here is what insurers look at, fitted-device data versus driver behaviour, and what each can support.

Sheriff Subair·17 September 2026

Fleet Management

How to Handle a Car Theft Insurance Claim as a Fleet Operator

How fleet operators handle a car theft insurance claim, from the first hour to settlement and the fleet-specific evidence that changes claim outcomes.

Sheriff Subair·17 September 2026

GPS Tracking

Why police can't stop vehicle theft: what your fleet can do instead

Vehicle theft is up 74% in a decade and only 13% of untracked vehicles are ever recovered. Here's why police can't solve it — and what fleet operators can do.

Sheriff Subair·17 September 2026

GPS Tracking

11,273 Vans Stolen Last Year: Why Fleet Tracking Is No Longer Optional

In 2024, 11,273 vans were stolen across the UK with only 39% recovered. Here's what fleet operators need to know about GPS tracking, ghost immobilisers, and protecting your vans now.

Sheriff Subair·16 September 2026

GPS Tracking

Dealership Vehicle Tracking Across Multiple Sites: What Dealer Groups Need in Place

A forecourt is a fixed risk you can fence. A vehicle mid-transfer between sites is a different problem. Here is how dealer groups track stock across locations.

Sheriff Subair·15 September 2026

Industry News

What the Jailing of a £320,000 Car Theft Gang Tells UK Fleet Operators About Relay Theft

Five people jailed for £320,000 in Mercedes and BMW relay thefts. What the case tells UK fleet operators about relay attack gangs and how to stop them.

Sheriff Subair·15 September 2026

GPS Tracking

PCO Fleet Tracking: What London Operators Need Beyond Their TfL Vehicle Licence

TfL licensing covers drivers and vehicles individually. It does not cover fleet visibility. Here is what PCO operators need and why the gap matters.

Sheriff Subair·12 September 2026

GPS Tracking

Taxi Tracking System Options for UK Taxi Operators: Dispatch Software vs Vehicle GPS

Dispatch software and vehicle GPS tracking are not the same thing. Here is what each does, why most taxi fleets need both, and where the gap appears.

Sheriff Subair·10 September 2026

Car Rental

Car Rental Tracking Across Multiple Sites: What Standard Fleet GPS Misses

How to track rental vehicles across multiple branches, enforce contract terms, and protect your fleet from theft and damage disputes.

Sheriff Subair·8 September 2026

Dash Cameras

Dashcam for Fleet Vehicles: Types, Features and Which Configuration to Choose

A practical guide to dashcam configurations for UK fleet operators. Front-facing, dual-facing and multi-camera options matched to vehicle type and risk.

Sheriff Subair·7 September 2026

Industry News

Traknova Is Now an LPHCA Gold Partner

Traknova has become a Gold Partner of the Licensed Private Hire Car Association, the UK trade body for licensed private hire and taxi operators.

Sheriff·24 August 2026

Dash Cameras

Why Your Dash Cam Is Draining Your Car Battery (And How to Fix It)

Dash cam draining your car battery? Here is why parking mode pulls power overnight, how voltage cutoffs work, and the fixes that keep your battery healthy.

Timi·18 August 2026

Dash Cameras

Dashcam Insurance Discounts: The Honest Answer for Fleet Operators

No UK insurer applies an automatic dashcam discount. Here is how footage changes your fleet insurance at renewal, and what to bring to the conversation.

Sheriff Subair·18 August 2026

Dash Cameras

Fleet Dashcam for UK Operators: Protection, Evidence and GDPR

What a fleet dashcam does for taxi, PCO, rental and dealership operators. GDPR, 4G vs SD-card, and what holds up when a claim is contested.

Sheriff Subair·18 August 2026

Fleet Management

Fleet Monitoring Software: What UK Operators Actually Use

The difference between fleet monitoring and fleet management software, and what taxi, rental and dealership operators in the UK actually need.

Sheriff Subair·18 August 2026

GPS Tracking

GPS Tracker for Fleet Vehicles: The UK Buyer's Guide

Hardwired, OBD or no hardware at all: how to choose the right GPS tracker for a rental, dealership or taxi fleet in the UK.

Sheriff Subair·18 August 2026

Dash Cameras

Cut Fleet Insurance Costs With Tracking and Dashcams

Premiums keep climbing, but insurers now reward proof. Here is how tracking and dashcam footage cut your fleet premium, and what the savings look like.

Timi·15 August 2026

Fleet Management

How to Cut Fleet Fuel Costs as UK Pump Prices Climb

Diesel is back above 170p a litre and rising. You cannot control the pump price, but you can control the miles and the litres. Here is how.

Timi·14 August 2026

Fleet Management

ChatGPT Fleet Management: Can You Run a Fleet With AI?

Can you use ChatGPT to manage a fleet? Here's what actually works, and how Traknova connects an AI assistant to your live vehicle data.

Charles·13 August 2026

Fleet Management

Claude Fleet Management: An AI Assistant for Your Fleet

See how Traknova connects Claude to your live fleet data, so you can ask questions in plain English and get straight answers in seconds.

Charles·13 August 2026

Fleet Management

Gemini Fleet Management: Can Google's AI Run Your Fleet?

Can Google's Gemini manage a fleet? Here's what it can and can't do, and how Traknova connects an AI assistant to your live vehicle data.

Charles·13 August 2026

GPS Tracking

How to Set Up Geo-Fencing to Stop Fleet Theft and Misuse

Geo-fencing alerts you the moment a vehicle goes somewhere it should not. Here is how to set up zones and instant alerts to cut theft, misuse and downtime.

Charles·13 August 2026

Field Services

How to Track Your Cleaners and Vans in Real Time in 3 Steps

Running a cleaning company means juggling cleaners, clients and last-minute changes. Here is how to set up live vehicle tracking in three simple steps.

Timi·13 August 2026

Dash Cameras

How PCO Drivers Can Pull Dash Cam Footage to Protect Their Licence

A single passenger complaint can put your PCO licence at risk. Here is how to find, request and download your Traknova dash cam footage in minutes.

Charles·13 August 2026

Car Rental

How to Remotely Unlock Any Vehicle in Your Fleet, No Keys

Lost keys, lockouts and missed deliveries cost you time and money. Here is how to unlock any vehicle in your fleet remotely from your phone or laptop.

Charles·13 August 2026

Vehicle Finance

The Blind Spot Between Your Floorplan Audits

Physical audits give you a snapshot. Between them, funded stock can move, sell or vanish. Here is the cost of that blind spot and how funders are closing it.

Timi·13 August 2026

Fleet Management

How to Track Any Vehicle 24/7, Even While You Sleep

Monitor your whole fleet around the clock without lifting a finger. Here is how live tracking and custom alerts protect every vehicle 24/7, even overnight.

Timi·13 August 2026

Fleet Management

How to Track a Mixed Fleet of Cars, Vans and Trucks in Real Time

Still guessing where your vehicles are? Here is how to track a mixed fleet of cars, vans and trucks in real time from your laptop or phone, anywhere.

Charles·13 August 2026

Dash Cameras

How Often Should You Format Your Dash Cam SD Card?

Formatting your dash cam SD card regularly prevents errors and lost footage. Here is how often to do it, how to do it right, and when to replace the card.

Charles·12 August 2026

Fleet Management

What Fleet Tracking Actually Pays Back for UK Fleets

Tracking is easy to sell on features and hard to justify on numbers. Here is where the money actually comes from, and how to work out your real payback.

Charles·12 August 2026

Car Rental

What Idle Vehicles Cost Your Rental Business in 2026

An idle rental car is an empty hotel room. It earns nothing and you cannot sell yesterday again. Here is what the idle days really cost, and how to recover them.

Charles·11 August 2026

Dash Cameras

How Dashcam Footage Wins Disputed Fleet Insurance Claims

Dashcam footage can protect a driver's no-claims record, defeat staged crashes and speed up insurer decisions. Here is how it works in practice.

Timi·10 August 2026

Immobilisers

What Vehicle Theft Really Costs Your Fleet in 2026

A stolen vehicle is not just the vehicle. It is the downtime, the excess, the admin and the lost work. Here is the real cost, and how to cut your exposure.

Charles·10 August 2026

Compliance

Fleet Data Security and Audit Trails: What UK Operators Need

Your fleet software holds driver names, licence details and location history. Here is what Cyber Essentials and UK GDPR actually require of the tools you use.

Charles·7 August 2026

Dash Cameras

Dash Cam Not Turning On? 7 Fixes That Actually Work

A dash cam that will not turn on is usually a power or SD card issue, not a dead unit. Here are seven fixes to work through before you replace it.

Charles·6 August 2026

Industry News

UK Fleet Fuel Costs Are Rising: What Operators Should Do Now

Pump prices are climbing and the 5p duty cut ends 31 August 2026. Here is what fleet operators can actually control and how to act before the bill gets bigger.

Timi·5 August 2026

GPS Tracking

GPS Trackers vs AirTags: Which Actually Protects Your Fleet

AirTags are cheap and need no subscription, but they are not built for vehicle recovery. Here is how they really compare to a proper GPS tracker.

Timi·3 August 2026

GPS Tracking

When to use OBD GPS trackers for your fleet

OBD GPS trackers plug in fast and read engine data, but they are easy to remove and can drain batteries. Here is where they fit and where they fall short.

Charles·3 August 2026

GPS Tracking

OBD vs Hardwired vs Battery Trackers: Which Fits Your Fleet

OBD, hardwired and battery GPS trackers each suit different fleets. Here is how the three compare on install, cost, security and best use case.

Timi·3 August 2026

GPS Tracking

Teltonika Trackers Explained: A Fleet Operator's Guide

Teltonika makes some of the best tracking hardware in the world. Here is how the ranges compare, and why the platform around them matters more.

Timi·3 August 2026

GPS Tracking

How to Track Vehicles Across Multiple Dealership Sites

Stock moves constantly between forecourts, compounds and prep. Here is how to know where every vehicle is, across every dealership site, in real time.

Charles·3 August 2026

Vehicle Finance

Funded Stock Visibility for Vehicle Finance Lenders

How vehicle finance funders can keep eyes on funded dealer stock between physical audits, reducing risk and catching problems before they become expensive.

Timi·2 August 2026

Fleet Management

UK Fleet Tracking Costs in 2026: What You Actually Pay

The honest UK cost guide for vehicle tracking. Hardware, subscriptions, contracts and what enterprise pricing really means for SME fleets.

Timi·31 July 2026

Dash Cameras

Should You Remove Your Dash Cam During Hot Weather?

Wondering whether to take your dash cam out of a hot car? Here is when heat is a real risk, when it is fine to leave it, and how to protect it.

Timi·30 July 2026

GPS Tracking

What It Really Takes to Build Telematics Software From Scratch

A full breakdown of the hardware, servers, storage, hosting and testing behind fleet telematics, and why building it yourself is harder than it looks.

Charles Alexis·28 July 2026

Fleet Management

Vehicle Security in 2026: A Practical Guide for UK Fleets

Immobilisers, tracking, alarms and real-time alerts explained. A no-nonsense guide to protecting your vehicles from modern theft in the UK.

Charles Alexis·28 July 2026

Immobilisers

Vehicle Immobilisers for Fleets: How They Work and What to Fit

Ghost, relay and remote immobilisers explained for UK fleet operators. How each type works, what stops theft, and how to control vehicles remotely.

Charles Alexis·27 July 2026

Dash Cameras

Dash Cam Keeps Turning Off? Here's Why and How to Fix It

A dash cam that keeps turning off usually has a power, heat, or SD card cause. Here is how to work out which one and fix the shutdowns for good.

Timi·24 July 2026

Dash Cameras

Dash Cam Overheating in Hot Weather? How to Prevent Shutdowns

Dash cams shut down in extreme heat to protect themselves. Here is why it happens and how to stop your camera cutting out in hot weather.

Charles·23 July 2026

Dash Cameras

Dash Cam SD Card Errors: Why They Happen and How to Fix Them

A dash cam SD card error usually means a failing or wrong card, not a broken camera. Here is what causes it and how to fix it for good.

Charles·23 July 2026

Turo

How to Automate Your Turo Business in the UK

The Turo hosts who last are the ones who stop doing everything by hand. A practical guide to automating messaging, handover, monitoring and fleet admin.

Charles Alexis·23 July 2026

Turo

How to Get Started with Turo in the UK: An Honest Guide for New Hosts

Thinking about hosting on Turo in the UK? A straight-talking guide to the money, the cars, the insurance and the grind, from people who have done it.

Charles Alexis·23 July 2026

Turo

How to Protect Your Turo Vehicles from Theft in the UK

UK vehicle theft is at a decade high and keyless cars are the main target. A practical guide for Turo hosts on trackers, immobilisers and layered defence.

Charles Alexis·23 July 2026

Turo

Turo Keyless: Better Bookings Without the Theft Risk

Keyless handover wins Turo hosts more bookings and better reviews. But keyless is also the UK's top theft target. Here is how to get the upside safely.

Charles Alexis·23 July 2026

Turo

Turo Remote Access: How to Hand Over Cars Without Being There

Tied to your car's location every booking? Remote access lets Turo hosts unlock vehicles from anywhere, handle back-to-back trips and host in any city.

Charles Alexis·23 July 2026

Dash Cameras

Dash Cam Won't Connect to the App? Fix Pairing and Wi-Fi

If your dash cam will not connect to the app, it is almost always the Wi-Fi handshake. Here is how pairing works and how to fix it step by step.

Charles·22 July 2026

GPS Tracking

Fleet GPS Tracking: A Practical Guide for UK Operators

Fleet GPS tracking for UK taxi, PCO, rental and dealership operators. Real costs, two hardware approaches, and which approach fits your fleet.

Sheriff Subair·22 July 2026

Fleet Management

Fleet Tracking for Small Business: What You Actually Need

Fleet tracking for UK fleets of 3 to 15 vehicles. Real subscription costs, the features that actually matter, and what you can safely skip.

Sheriff Subair·22 July 2026

Fleet Management

How Fleet Operators Reduce Insurance Costs with Tracking and Dashcams

GPS tracking, dashcams and ghost immobilisers as a fleet insurance tool. How UK taxi, rental and dealership operators reduce costs at renewal.

Sheriff Subair·22 July 2026

Dash Cameras

Loop Recording Explained: Why Dash Cam Clips Get Overwritten

Loop recording is the feature that keeps a dash cam running and the reason old clips disappear. Here is how it works and what you can control.

Charles·21 July 2026

Taxi & PHV

Taxi Dashcam: What UK Operators Need to Know Before a Passenger Makes a Claim

Legal requirements, TfL rules, GDPR obligations and insurance benefits for UK taxi and PCO operators fitting a dashcam. What you need to know.

Sheriff Subair·21 July 2026

Dash Cameras

4G Dash Cam Not Connecting? How to Get Back Online

A 4G dash cam that will not connect leaves your footage stuck in the vehicle. Here is what breaks the connection and how to get it back online.

Timi·14 July 2026

Dash Cameras

Dash Cam Not Recording? How to Diagnose and Fix It

A dash cam that is on but not recording is nearly always an SD card problem. Here is how to tell if it is recording and how to fix it in minutes.

Charles·13 July 2026

Dash Cameras

How to Lock and Keep Important Dash Cam Footage Safely

Knowing how to lock and save dash cam footage is the difference between having evidence and losing it. Here are the steps to keep a clip for good.

Charles·13 July 2026

Dash Cameras

Dash Cam Won't Read the SD Card? A Step-by-Step Fix

If your dash cam will not read the SD card, stop before you format it. Here is how to recover your footage first, then fix the card step by step.

Timi·10 July 2026