In an effort to improve and contribute to the transportation industry in Mexico, AT&T Mexico, Geotab , and Lytx introduced AT&T Control Flotilla Dashcam , an affordable technology solution for the country’s transporters.
Gabriel Fernández, director of innovation and IoT at AT&T Mexico, explained that the backbone of the project is telematics, whose tasks range from vehicle tracking to running indices that help improve fleet conditions, all with a two-part camera at an affordable price.
For his part, Jonathan Solís, Geotab’s Latin American Business Development Leader, highlighted that the partnership with AT&T simplifies advanced technologies and makes them accessible to operators and other users, supported by Geotab’s global presence in more than 160 countries and more than five million connected vehicles.
He also noted that Geotab is intensely focused on leveraging data, which allows it to understand not only the what, when, and where, but also the how and why of each event. During his presentation, he called on carriers to try the technology offered by both companies.
“Our call is clear: for Mexican transporters to be encouraged to try the technology. We started by solving one problem, then five, and soon we’ll be solving 100. Always with the help of experts,” he said.
Features of the AT&T Control Flotilla Dashcam
Fernández noted that the dashcam consists of a compact camera that mounts to the vehicle’s windshield . Its dual lens allows for capturing images of both the road and the interior of the cabin, and is equipped with a Global Positioning System (GPS).
But what sets it apart, the executive indicated, is its ability to interpret what it sees . For example, if the driver yawns repeatedly, the system interprets it as a sign of fatigue and issues an alert. It also detects distractions while driving, such as cell phone use, smoking, or eating. It also identifies whether the driver is wearing a seatbelt and records dangerous maneuvers such as lane changes without properly signaling, among others.
Fernández also indicated that dashcam telematics allows the collection and analysis of key data such as speed, acceleration, braking, and sharp turns. From this, it generates a risk index that helps predict accidents, identify offending drivers, and encourage more efficient driving. This information, available in the cloud, also serves as evidence in the event of fines, providing precise details such as location, speed, and time of the incident.
The AT&T Fleet Control service includes a telematics device with an integrated camera, installation in 48 cities nationwide, accessories, harnesses, and protectors. Connectivity plans range from two gigabytes (GB) to 10 GB.
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