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Comprehensive reports including Inventory report, Route report, Battery level, Asset usage report and Boundary report, allow you to gain 360° visibility into your operations
GPS TRAILER TRACKING DEVICES
Know Where Every Trailer Is—and How It’s Being Used
Track commercial trailers, reefers, flatbeds, and chassis whether they are connected to tractor power or sitting unpowered. Monitor real-time location, movement history, dwell time, inventory, and unauthorized activity in Fleet.Net.
Dry Van & Reefer Visibility Instant Yard Geofence Alerts Multi-Sensor Temperature Probes
Designed for trailer operations
Overview
Protect your trailers and their contents with the industry's leading GPS trailer tracking solution
Wireless Links GPS trailer tracking system combines the powerful Fleet.Net trailer tracking software with our industry-leading Piccolo family of wired or battery-powered GPS tracking devices for trailers. This system provides real-time trailer visibility, instant inventory visibility and control, geofence alerts, real-time and historical location and movement data, theft alerts, and shareable ETAs with live location sharing
Real-Time ETA
Easily share with your customers live location of the assets via email or SMS.
Driver App for Temperature Monitoring
Our Driver App For Real-time Temperature Visibility and Alerts allows drivers to get real-time temperature deviation alerts while in transit so they can prevent product spoilage.
Immediate Alerts
Avoid theft or tampering with automatic alerts on events such as door open/close, unaccounted for sudden vibration/movement, boundary in/out and external power disconnect.
We Offer the Industry’s Most Complete Family of Trailer Tracking Solutions to Meet Your Needs
Contact us to discuss your specific needs and requirements. Keep dry vans, reefers, flatbeds, and chassis visible with powered, battery-backed, solar, autonomous, or gateway-based tracking.
Solar BLE trackerSolar Air Tracker
Rugged solar-recharged proximity tracking for trailers and outdoor equipment through compatible gateways or DriverLink.
View Solar Air Tracker →Best for: outdoor trailers near gateways
Powered + battery backupPiccolo Hybrid
Real-time tracking and sensor inputs while powered, with automatic battery-backed visibility when the trailer disconnects.
View Piccolo Hybrid →Best for: reefers and sensor-equipped trailers
Compact hybrid GPSPiccolo Mini Hybrid
Cost-effective powered and battery-backed trailer location reporting with limited I/O and temperature support.
View Mini Hybrid →Best for: standard powered trailers
Solar cellular GPSPiccolo Mini Solar
Autonomous cellular location, history, dwell, and geofence reporting with integrated solar charging.
View Mini Solar →Best for: unpowered outdoor trailers
Long-life battery + solarPiccolo ATX2S
High-capacity autonomous tracking for trailers that remain disconnected or idle for extended periods.
View Piccolo ATX2S →Best for: long dwell and remote storage
Autonomous cellular GPSPiccolo ATMS
Rechargeable portable tracking for temporary deployments, rental fleets, and trailers without reliable power.
View Piccolo ATMS →Best for: portable and temporary installsHow the system works
Hardware Designed specifically for trailer Tracking
The Piccolo Hybrid trailer tracking GPS device sends real-time GPS check-ins when the trailer is connected to the cab and automatically switches to battery backup once disconnected.
External powerBattery backup4G LTEFleet.Net
Continuous visibility while trailers move, wait, and reload
- Powered reporting: The device sends real-time GPS check-ins while the trailer is connected to the cab.
- Battery-backed tracking: It automatically switches to battery backup once disconnected.
- Fleet.Net visibility: Managers can review current and historical location, movement, inventory, and alerts.
- Trailer and cargo context: Optional IoT sensors add visibility into doors, temperature, and high-value goods.
End-to-End Visibility of trailers and their contents
From tracking trailers and IoT-enabled shipments down to the parcel level to seamless integration with a driver mobile app, our trailer tracking software enhances equipment utilization, streamlines supply chain information flow, and optimizes delivery performance.
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Telemetry HUB
Real-Time Visibility Across Your Entire Asset Operation
Feature screens
See the Information Your Team Uses Every Day
Trailer inventory, live location, driver temperature alerts, and geofence events remain visible in the workflows where teams act on them.
Shipment visibility
End-To-End Visibility Of Trailers And Their Contents
From tracking trailers and IoT-enabled shipments down to the parcel level to seamless integration with a driver mobile app, our trailer tracking software enhances equipment utilization, streamlines supply chain information flow, and optimizes delivery performance.
Cargo security
Ensure Trailer and Cargo Security
Use geofencing to set boundaries around specific areas and monitor when a trailer enters and exits those zones, including precise entry and exit times.
Reports
Inventory and Usage Reports
Review trailer inventory, route, battery level, asset usage, and boundary reports.
Customer visibility
Live Location and ETA Sharing
Easily share with your customers live location of the assets via email or SMS.
Driver workflow
Temperature Alerts in Transit
Drivers can receive real-time temperature deviation alerts while in transit so they can prevent product spoilage.
Security
Geofences and Immediate Alerts
Use geofencing to monitor precise entry and exit times and respond to unauthorized activity.
Ecosystem
How the tracking system works
Connect the appropriate tracker and sensors, then manage trailer location, status, history, and alerts in Fleet.Net.
01
Select the Right Trailer Tracker
Install Piccolo Hybrid or Piccolo Mini Hybrid on the trailer to maintain location visibility through powered and unpowered periods.
02
Install and Connect Sensors
Connect door open/closed sensors, wireless BLE cargo sensors, and temperature probes to the gateway.
03
Capture and Transmit Data
Location updates, geofence status, and cargo indicators are sent in real-time via high-speed cellular networks to the cloud.
04
Cloud Management
Fleet.Net centralizes trailer locations, movement history, dwell activity, sensors, geofences, and alerts.
Our Trailer Tracking Solution Is Ideal For
Whether managing a regional dry van fleet or securing specialty trailers across national operations, Wireless Links supports powered and unpowered trailer applications.
Dry Van Trailers
Chassis
Flatbeds
Refrigerated Trailers
Livestock Trailers
Intermodal Units
Utility Trailers
Boat Trailers
Tank Trailers
Any Powered Asset
FAQs
GPS Trailer Tracking - FAQ
What is the best way to track a trailer location?
Use a GPS tracker for real-time location monitoring via satellite signals and cellular networks.
How does a GPS tracker work on a trailer?
A GPS tracker determines the trailer’s location using satellites and sends the data to a platform via cellular or satellite networks.
Can you track a stolen trailer?
Yes, a GPS tracker can help locate and recover a stolen trailer by providing its real-time location.
What is the difference between a tracker and a GPS tracker?
A tracker is a broad term, while a GPS tracker specifically uses satellites to provide real-time geographic locations.
What's the difference between a tag tracking device and a GPS tracker?
Tag devices (e.g., RFID) have limited range and rely on readers, whereas GPS trackers provide long-distance, real-time tracking via satellites.
What is the difference between GPS and RFID tracking?
GPS tracks globally with satellite networks, while RFID is short-range and requires nearby readers.
Do all GPS trackers require a monthly fee?
No, some trackers have no monthly fees but may offer limited features compared to subscription-based models.
Which tracking device has the longest range?
GPS trackers have the longest range, covering global distances.
Is there a free GPS tracker?
Free GPS tracking apps exist, but hardware devices typically involve upfront or monthly costs.
What does a tracker cost per month?
Monthly fees range from $10 to $50 depending on features like real-time updates.
How much does fleet GPS cost?
Fleet GPS tracking typically costs $10 to $40 per vehicle per month.
Can thieves detect a tracker?
Yes, if placed in obvious locations, but discreet placement can reduce detection.
How do I make sure no one steals my trailer?
Use GPS trackers, strong locks, immobilizers, and park in secure, well-lit areas.
How to keep track of trailers?
Install GPS trackers, conduct regular audits, and use RFID for inventory in controlled areas.
Where is the best place to put a GPS tracker on a trailer?
Conceal it under the frame, inside the electric box, or other protected, hidden spots