One Telematic solution that is contributing to climate protection is the SAFEcorder® system developed in Japan and distributed by Perform Tech in Europe, with Partners in a number of European countries such as Profile ICT Solutions in the UK. It is an intelligent driving recorder for motor vehicles that provides for the application of scientific analysis to the driving characteristics of the driver, in order to provide instructions for the improvement of driving style.
In the course of their time driving, many drivers have developed an inefficient, risky and thus improvement-worthy style of driving. Easily installed in the vehicle, the GPS-supported SAFEcorder® determines driving characteristics by obtaining measurements of acceleration, braking, steering and turning as well as stopping actions. Data so recorded is then scientifically analysed to determine weaknesses and to present them to the driver. Direct analysis is accomplished through communication over GPRS and the Internet with the SAFEcorder® Online Hosting System which can be accessed to produce a number of analytical reports on driver performance.