Anyone using programs to track vehicle distance and IFTA??

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  1. Mad dog logistics llc

    Mad dog logistics llc Light Load Member

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    I have a couple trucks over the road now and wondering if there are any services out there that will help with Vehicle Distance Reporting on each trip.

    My drivers use Fleet cards so I know the gallons there using for the IFTA quarter but looking to see whats out there when it comes to the Vehicle Distance Reports

    Any advice is appreciated.
     
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  3. Straight Stacks

    Straight Stacks Paper Cha$er

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    I record my distance the old school way on the bottom portion of my paper log long form (IFTA/IRP Report), additionally use my Rand McNally TND 730 LM which has a mileage calculator feature. Can plug into laptop via USB, download and print report.
     
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  4. Truenorthexpress

    Truenorthexpress Light Load Member

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    How are you keeping track of the state miles currently?
     
  5. Mad dog logistics llc

    Mad dog logistics llc Light Load Member

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    I have Both a Rand Mcnally and a Garmin, I got one of each to see which one works better. Im trying to take as much extra paperwork off of the drivers as possible.
     
  6. Mad dog logistics llc

    Mad dog logistics llc Light Load Member

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    Im using google maps right now. I get the route from the my drivers
     
  7. strollinruss

    strollinruss Road Train Member

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    Keep a spiral notebook and write the mileage when you cross the state line. Make them fill out a trip sheet showing miles in each state. If it's too hard for them, cut them loose.
     
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  8. Accidental Trucker

    Accidental Trucker Road Train Member

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    The Rand McNally with paper as a backup. Fairly easy because we run pretty regular lanes.
     
  9. Arnasme

    Arnasme Bobtail Member

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    I use linxup. (www.linxup.com)
    They have gps with ifta included for extra fee.
    I have regular gps right now, i can lookup any date and time where the truck past, which route and so on.
    In the video on their website they show the plugin device. I have the hardwired gps, so there is nothing sticking out under the dashboard. Instalation is very easy - 3 wires. I know there are more companies that offer gps services, but this was the best option for me when i was choosing.
     
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  10. G/MAN

    G/MAN Road Train Member

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    Drivers still need to fill out a trip report. I recently went through an IFTA audit and was told that they need a trip report from the driver for each trip.
     
  11. strollinruss

    strollinruss Road Train Member

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    Yup there is no easy way around it. Plus your miles are never going to match theirs. Just the way it is.
     
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