Definitions
GPS Tracking Glossary
A compact glossary for the terms that show up when you compare trailer trackers, fleet platforms, and ELDs. Definitions are general; TruckerPro product status is called out where it matters.
Key takeaways:
- GNSS locates; cellular carries; software decides what a point means.
- An ELD is not an asset tracker.
- LTE-M or NB-IoT on a datasheet is not a coverage promise.
Terms
- GPS fleet trackingUsing GNSS and a backhaul to locate authorized vehicles and assets.
- Asset trackingLocation telemetry for trailers, equipment, and other non-vehicle assets.
- GeofenceA virtual perimeter that can raise an enter or exit event.
- GNSSThe family of satellite navigation systems that includes GPS and GLONASS.
- TelematicsThe combination of location, diagnostics, and communications used in fleet software.
- LTE-MA low-power cellular category often used by asset trackers.
- NB-IoTA narrowband cellular option for infrequent, low-data reports.
- ELDAn electronic logging device records Hours-of-Service. It is not an asset tracker.
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Questions
Why does TruckerPro publish a glossary?
Searchers look up these terms. Clear definitions also stop GPS trackers from being confused with ELDs.
Are these TruckerPro product features?
No. They are industry terms. Where a feature would require unbuilt software, the term page says so.
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