Key insights on vehicle fleet management for 2025

One of the most important insights that the Fleet Technology Trends Report Europe 2025 reveals is that GPS tracking solutions can make a big difference for businesses in terms of regulatory compliance. In fact, fleet tracking solutions helped 64% of survey respondents stay compliant.

Results from the report also reveal that the number of fleets using GPS tracking technology in 2024 was 78%, an increase of 5 points year over year So for the fourth year in a row GPS tracking is the top technology most used in Europe among companies that utilise vehicle fleet management solutions.

This report is based on a survey conducted by Verizon Connect in collaboration with ABI Research and includes data from fleet managers, executives and other mobile-business professionals across 7 countries (The UK, Ireland, France, Germany, Italy, Spain and Portugal). In it, they share  the results achieved after the implementation and utilisation of fleet management technologies within their businesses.  

Let’s dive into the most used fleet management technologies that help companies across Europe:

• 78% GPS tracking
• 59% In-cab video (including front facing and driver facing cameras)
• 54% Asset/trailer/equipment tracking

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What the survey revealed 

The Fleet Technology Trends Report revealed some key insights from those surveyed and the direct impact this had on on their business’ daily operations, costs, fuel economy, ROI, challenges and more: 

• Daily operations impact your efficiency: 75% of fleets using GPS fleet tracking software found it “very” or “extremely beneficial” to help manage their fleets. From route planning , to remotely monitoring their fleet, to sending the nearest technician to the next customer.
• Fuel economy to raise the bar on efficiency: 58% of those implementing GPS fleet tracking have lowered their fuel consumption through the adoption of better driver behaviour and more fuel-efficient driving practices
• Fleet costs matter: 65% of survey respondents who have a GPS tracking solution stated that it is “very” or “extremely” beneficial in reducing their fleet costs. The top 5 refers to fuel consumption, labour costs, accident costs, vehicle maintenance and insurance costs, and are crucial ones that impact business profitability.
• The timeframe to get a positive ROI: 44% of businesses across all industries achieved a positive return on investment (ROI) within 7 to 12 months.
• Customer-centric strategy pays off: 55% of survey respondents improved customer service. Offering an innovative and customer-centric approach can help improve customer loyalty and retention. 
• Asset utilisation makes a difference to  daily costs: 75% of companies that implemented asset tracking have seen improvement in utilisation. Having a clear overview of the assets’ hour activity, idling, stop duration, etc, can help make better use of assets, machinery, powered and unpowered assets. 
• Businesses adopt smart video solutions to protect from false claims: 70% of those that have adopted video solutions have improved protection from false claims. 

Download your Fleet Technology Trends Report Europe 2025 and learn more about the key insights and trends on fleet management technologies that can benefit your business. 

How vehicle fleet management can help improve your business

GPS fleet tracking technology is key in helping to deliver results, boosting competitiveness and building resilience across industries. Business owners and fleet managers continue trusting in vehicle fleet management technologies that can help increase efficiency and reduce fleet costs. 

To learn more about how your peers view and value GPS fleet tracking technology, download the full Fleet Technology Trends Report Europe 2025.