MADRID, Oct. 22, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- A new pan-European survey* from Geotab, a global leader in connected vehicle and asset solutions, reveals that professional drivers have a clear vision for the future of in-cab technology, with 87% stating they would be more comfortable with instant audio coaching, which is based on an AI powered analysis of in-cab video, instead of inward-facing video being stored for later review. The study of over 3,500 professional drivers across seven European countries uncover ...

Core Insights - Geotab Inc. and Vitality have established a joint venture aimed at enhancing driver safety and well-being while reducing risks and improving road safety [1][5] - The Geotab Vitality program combines advanced telematics and AI-driven predictive collision analytics with behavioral science to promote safer driving habits [2][6] - The initiative is now available in Australia, following successful beta launches in Canada, the US, and Europe [1] Company Overview - Geotab is a leader in connected vehicle and asset management solutions, processing 100 billion data points daily from over 5 million vehicle subscriptions [7] - The company serves approximately 100,000 global customers, including Fortune 500 organizations and public sector fleets [7] - Vitality Global is recognized as the largest behavioral change platform, focusing on health, wellness, and safer driving solutions [9][10] Program Details - Geotab Vitality integrates with the MyGeotab platform, offering personalized goals based on drivers' past performance to encourage weekly progress [2] - Drivers can earn rewards such as coffee or gift cards for achieving their goals, promoting long-term safe driving habits [3] - Early results from similar programs indicate a 15% improvement in driver behavior within the first 30 days and a 55% reduction in insurance claims compared to national averages [3] Industry Context - Road collisions are a significant financial burden, costing Australian fleets approximately $27 billion annually from 2016 to 2020 [4] - The joint venture aims to provide a comprehensive behavior change platform to reduce accident-related costs and enhance driver well-being [5] - The program emphasizes proactive measures to prevent accidents rather than merely reacting to them, marking a shift in fleet safety strategies [6]