RV-8 GPS Fleet Tracker

The RV-8 GPS Fleet Tracker is a rugged, vehicle-mounted telematics device built for demanding fleet management, workforce tracking, cargo security and vehicle recovery. Designed with a dual-processor, multi-thread architecture and multiple watchdogs, the RV-8 delivers stable, high-performance GPS tracking and telemetry suited for continuous, mission-critical deployments. It is Plaspy compatible and integrates with Plaspy-based fleets to deliver reliable, real-time tracking and actionable data for dispatch, safety and anti-theft workflows.

Engineered for integrators and service providers who need a fit-and-forget solution, the RV-8 supports hybrid GPS and cellular location reporting for comprehensive coverage, secure communications with AES256/SSL256 options, and broad vehicle integration via OBDII and CANBus interfaces. Its rugged design, electrical protection and modular accessory ecosystem make it an excellent choice for scaled fleet management projects using Plaspy for visualization, alerts and reporting.

Key Highlights

• Plaspy compatible GPS tracker delivering real-time tracking and telemetry for fleets and assets.
• High stability and performance from dual-processor architecture and multiple watchdogs for continuous operation.
• Hybrid location: uBlox GPS for fast fixes plus cell-based reporting to improve coverage in weak-signal areas.
• Comprehensive fleet features: g-force collision detection, driver ID, behavior alerts, and up to 100 geo-fenced areas.
• Vehicle diagnostics and integration via OBDII, CANBus and Garmin FMI compatibility.
• Robust electrical protection—power surge protection up to +65 volts—reducing failure risk in harsh vehicle environments.
• Secure communications with AES256 and SSL256 encryption options for data integrity and privacy.

How It Works with Plaspy

The RV-8 integrates with Plaspy to provide a complete telematics workflow: the device collects GNSS position and vehicle telemetry, then transmits encrypted data over cellular networks to Plaspy for mapping, alerts and historical reporting. Plaspy-compatible integration enables real-time tracking, alerting and fleet analytics without complex custom development.

• Real-time location and telemetry updates: GNSS fixes from the uBlox module, plus cell-based fallback for comprehensive coverage.
• Driver and safety events: g-force collision detection, driver ID and driving-behavior alerts feed into Plaspy incident workflows.
• Fuel monitoring and mileage reporting: vehicle fuel consumption and mileage data are forwarded to Plaspy for fuel monitoring and cost analysis.
• Ignition and immobilizer support: digital I/O and immobilizer outputs allow remote anti-theft actions and ignition-aware tracking.
• Vehicle diagnostics: OBDII/CANBus and Garmin FMI compatibility provide diagnostic data and richer telemetry to Plaspy dashboards.
• Secure alerts and images: real-time alerts can include surveillance images where serial camera accessories are used.

Technical Overview

Use Cases

• Fleet anti-theft and immobilization: use immobilizer outputs and Plaspy alerts to secure high-value vehicles and respond to theft attempts.
• Cargo security and surveillance: pair serial cameras and the RV-8’s real-time alerts to monitor loading, unloading and suspicious events.
• Fuel monitoring and efficiency: feed fuel consumption and mileage reports into Plaspy to reduce costs and detect fuel-related anomalies.
• Tire pressure and temperature monitoring for safety: integrate tyre pressure sensor receivers (regular vehicle and heavy-truck options) for preventive maintenance alerts.
• Driver behavior and compliance: monitor g-force events, speeding and driver ID to improve safety and coaching programs via Plaspy reports.

Why Choose This Tracker with Plaspy

Integrating the RV-8 GPS tracker with Plaspy gives fleets a reliable, secure and scalable telematics foundation. The RV-8’s rugged hardware, surge protection up to +65 V and dual-processor stability reduce after-sales maintenance and downtime, while AES256/SSL256 support helps protect sensitive telemetry in transit. Deep vehicle integration through CANBus, OBDII and Garmin FMI makes the RV-8 a strong choice for operations that need diagnostics and location in a single device.

For service providers and system integrators, the RV-8 is a flexible, reprogrammable platform with a wide accessory ecosystem (RFID readers, serial cameras, fuel and temperature sensors, tyre pressure receivers, speaker/microphone kits and more) that extends Plaspy’s capabilities without extensive hardware redesign. Whether you need real-time tracking, anti-theft immobilization, fuel monitoring or telemetry-rich fleet management, the RV-8 paired with Plaspy delivers a practical, enterprise-ready solution.