That is why the Rental Trackerapp developed the Free Bird tool. However, we notice that this powerful functionality is still not being used enough. Sin! At the touch of a button, you save time and avoid unnecessary searching. In this blog, we explain why the Free Bird tool is indispensable and how to make optimal use of it.
What is the Free Bird tool?
The Free Bird tool helps you quickly locate vehicles in large parking lots, industrial sites or in busy urban environments. Ideal when:
- A vehicle must be exchanged for a customer.
- You want to check if a vehicle is on its way to the rental location.
- You want to easily navigate to a vehicle without wasting time.
In addition, the Free Bird tool provides valuable information about the tracker in the vehicle, such as:
- The last known GPS location.
- The type of tracker.
- The battery voltage or battery level – this is how you know if the tracker is functioning properly.
How does the Free Bird tool work?
The use is simple. Follow these five steps:
- Open the Rental Tracker app and navigate to the Free Bird tool.
- Search for the desired vehicle in the search bar by name, license plate or IMEI number.
- Instantly view the latest location and the status of the tracker.
- Click on ‘Navigate to vehicle’
- Let Google Maps or Apple Maps guide you to within 10 meters of the vehicle.
Tip: Use the Free Bird tool preventively, so that you proactively keep a grip on your fleet and avoid surprises.
Case study: less stress, more control
Take the example of Maurits, fleet manager at a large car rental company. On Friday afternoons, he often experienced stress when he had to locate vehicles for weekend reservations. Cars were scattered in unclear locations and it took him and his team hours to find them.
Since he has been using the Free Bird tool, that is a thing of the past: “It saves me at least two hours a day of searching. With a few clicks, I can see exactly where all the vehicles are and I can send employees directly to the right location. I can now focus on other important tasks,” says Maurits.
Why you should use the Free Bird tool
Many fleet managers indicate that locating vehicles is time-consuming. However, that Friday afternoon stress is a thing of the past with Free Bird.
With this tool:
- Saves you valuable time and increases efficiency.
- You avoid unnecessary frustration among employees.
- You can serve customers faster and better.
- You always have up-to-date information about your fleet.
Frequently asked questions about the Free Bird tool
Do I have to pay extra for this functionality?
No, the Free Bird tool is a standard feature in the Rental Tracker app. The app including all functions can be downloaded for free.
How accurate is the location tracking?
The tool uses GPS technology and locates vehicles within 10 meters.
Does the tool also work when a vehicle is stationary?
Yes, you can request the last known location at any time, even if the vehicle is not running.
Try Free Bird Today!
Don’t miss out on this handy feature! Activate the Free Bird tool in your Rental Tracker app and discover how easy efficient fleet management can be.
