Can Installing a GPS Tracker Affect Your Vehicle Warranty?
Modern vehicles contain sophisticated electronic systems controlling everything from engine management and airbags to central locking, entertainment systems and driver-assistance functions. A careless technician who connects equipment to the wrong circuit can potentially create electrical faults that did not exist before the installation.
Why a GPS Tracker May Show “Offline” Even When the Vehicle Is Still Moving
You open your vehicle tracking application and notice something worrying. The vehicle is supposed to be travelling, but the platform shows the GPS tracker as “Offline.” The last location may be several kilometres behind where you expect the vehicle to be, even though the driver confirms that the journey is continuing normally. An offline status […]
Can a GPS Tracker Still Work in Rural Areas With Weak Mobile Network Coverage?
A vehicle leaves Nairobi and travels towards a remote farm, construction site or rural trading centre where mobile phone reception becomes weak. The driver still has the vehicle, the GPS tracker is still installed and powered, yet the location on the tracking platform may suddenly stop updating. For many vehicle owners, that immediately raises the […]
What Happens to Your GPS Tracker When the Car Battery Is Replaced?
A few minutes of offline status during battery replacement is therefore much less concerning than a tracker that remains unavailable long after the job is finished.
Does a GPS Tracker Drain Your Car Battery? What Vehicle Owners Should Know
The difference between normal tracker consumption and a genuine battery-drain problem is therefore important. A working GPS tracker should not be consuming power like headlights, an entertainment system or another high-demand vehicle accessory.
How Much Does a GPS Car Tracker Cost in Kenya in 2026? What Every Vehicle Owner Should Know Before Buying
Buying a GPS car tracker in Kenya is no longer just about knowing where your vehicle is. For many vehicle owners, businesses and fleet managers, a reliable GPS tracking system has become an important part of vehicle security, monitoring and day to day management. With vehicle theft, unauthorised use and misuse remaining genuine concerns, more […]
4G GPS Trackers in Kenya: What Does 4G Actually Change for Vehicle Tracking?
When vehicle owners hear the term “4G GPS tracker,” it is easy to assume that 4G somehow makes the satellite location more accurate. The technology is often marketed as faster, newer and more advanced, which can make the distinction confusing. In reality, GPS and 4G perform two different jobs inside a modern vehicle tracking system. […]
GPS Tracking for SACCOs and Microfinance Institutions Financing Vehicles
Where appropriate, more advanced telematics systems can add information relating to driver behaviour, fuel monitoring and vehicle utilisation. This turns tracking from a purely defensive lender requirement into a tool that can potentially help the borrower manage the financed asset more productively.
What Happens to GPS Tracking When a Vehicle Crosses Into Another Country?
Replacing a car battery is routine vehicle maintenance, but owners of GPS-tracked cars sometimes notice something unusual during the process. The vehicle may temporarily appear offline on the tracking platform, the location may stop updating or a power-disconnection notification may appear. For someone who depends on the tracker for vehicle security, this can immediately raise […]
Can a GPS Tracker Work in Underground Parking or Inside a Basement?
A vehicle enters the basement parking of a shopping mall, apartment block or office building and suddenly appears to stop moving on the tracking platform. The owner knows the car is several floors underground, yet the GPS application may still show the vehicle near the entrance or display an older location. For many motorists, the […]