Automated Tachograph Downloads for Fleet Compliance

Our automated system securely transfers driver and vehicle data. No more missed deadlines, manual downloads, or compliance worries

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Comply Easily with Tracker999

Reduce Risk

Automated systems ensure downloads occur regularly, reducing the risk of missed deadlines and fines.

Save Time

Automation eliminates this, saving hours of labor each month. It also frees your team to focus on higher-priority tasks.

Suitable For All Fleet Sizes

Whether you manage 5 or 500 vehicles, automation scales with your operation and simplifies compliance management.

What Are Automated Tachograph Downloads?

Automated tachograph downloads refer to the digital collection and storage of tachograph data, including driver activity, vehicle motion, speed, and driving and rest times, without requiring manual intervention. These systems securely transfer driver card and vehicle unit (VU) data to a central system at scheduled intervals.

Why Are Automated Tachograph Downloads Important?

Regulatory Compliance

EU Regulation 165/2014 and GB domestic regulations require operators to download:

  • Driver card data* every 28 days
  • Vehicle unit (VU) data* every 90 days

Failing to comply can lead to:

  • Penalties or license suspension
  • Risk of audit failure
  • Higher insurance premiums
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How Does It Work?

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Typical Setup:

Vehicle Hardware: Installed telematics units or smart tachographs transmit VU data.
Driver Card Readers: Plugged into office hubs or integrated into vehicles to capture card data.
Cloud Software: Data is stored, analyzed, and presented via a dashboard.

Key Features:

  • Automatic scheduling (e.g., every 7 days)
  • Secure encryption & GDPR compliance
  • Alerts for missing or corrupted data
  • Compatibility with leading tachograph analysis tools (e.g., Tachomaster, TruTac, SmartAnalysis)
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We Understand the Headaches

Manual downloads are time-consuming and prone to human error. Automation ensures consistent compliance with EU and UK tachograph regulations, while also offering insights that improve fleet management and driver performance.

Your Time

Manually downloading tachograph data requires physical access to each vehicle and driver card, which can be labor-intensive, especially for larger fleets.

Risk

Manual methods are prone to human error, such as missed downloads, incorrect data entry, or failure to store data properly

Reactive not proactive

Manual downloads do not provide real-time data access, so fleet managers cannot make timely decisions based on current driver and vehicle status

Technical Issues

Technical malfunctions, such as faulty card readers or corrupted data files, can complicate manual downloads and lead to incomplete or inaccurate records

That’s where we come in

We take the guesswork out of FORS compliance, with expert advice, quality-assured equipment, and a UK-wide installer network you can rely on

Why Choose Tracker999 as Your Compliance Partner?

  • We handle the supply, installation and ongoing support
  • Consultancy, kit, install, advice
  • DVSA-aware and designed with UK and EU regulations in mind
  • Free consultation to help you get started
  • Fast access to stock and a national network of installers
  • Finance options available to help you spread the cost

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Whether you’re a fleet operator, compliance officer, or logistics manager, investing in automation helps future-proof your operations against growing regulatory and operational demands.

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Tacho Compliance Partner

When the rules get tougher and the deadlines tighter, you need more than just a download tool. You need a partner who installs, supports, and helps you stay ahead.

Contact us today.

Automated tachograph downloads are no longer a luxury, they’re a necessity. By ensuring legal compliance, saving time, and improving data accuracy, automation transforms fleet management from reactive to proactive.