One Telematic solution that is aimed at improving standards of driving on the road, and through this making a contribution to climate protection, is SAFEcorder®, an intelligent driving recorder for motor vehicles. SAFEcorder® facilitates the application of scientific analysis to data it records on driving behaviour in order to provide instructions for the improvement of driving skills. SAFEcorder® was developed in Japan and is distributed by Perform Tech in Europe, with Partners in a number of European countries such as Profile ICT Solutions in the UK.
Easily installed in a 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 in driving 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. Click on the link to the left to find out more.
One goal of SAFEcorder® analysis is to reduce fuel consumption through better driving and, as a result of this, CO2 emissions. Those who depend on daily use of their vehicles can contribute to climate protection simply by changing to a more efficient driving style without making any major technical changes to their vehicles.
In addition, efficient driving means economic driving. Continuously rising energy prices make driving an expensive affair, so reducing fuel consumption as well as lowering maintenance costs - e.g. tyre costs through reduced wear - will result in substantial operating savings.
Furthermore, in pinpointing deficiencies in the driving skills of vehicle drivers in order to bring about improvements in those skills, the SAFEcorder® system pursues the goal of increased road safety - only a prudent driver is a safe driver!