DriverTech Offers Satellite Data Communications to Fleets in ''Next Generation'' DT4000 System

SALT LAKE CITY--(BUSINESS WIRE)--DriverTech, a leading manufacturer of onboard computers and communications systems for the trucking industry, has introduced the DT4000, a tri-mode platform, incorporating satellite, cellular and Wi-Fi communications in a single device, changing the way Full Truck Load carriers manage their fleet operations.

The DT4000 incorporates ORBCOMM for satellite coverage and low-cost messaging as well as cellular and Wi-Fi connectivity for the most cost-efficient message routing. Leading customers such as U.S. Xpress, Interstate Distributor, and Anderson Trucking Service are some of the large fleets who have installed and are using the DriverTech system, as well as many others that are currently piloting the system.

“DriverTech has created a solution that literally delivers the best of all worlds: the most cost-efficient message routing and satellite coverage. Best of all, our DT4000 delivers these benefits while saving our customers nearly 60% of airtime costs compared to other tracking systems that rely on single-mode communications with comparable coverage,” said Mark Haslam, DriverTech’s President and CEO. He continued, “The DT4000 offers an integrated onboard computing and communications solution that provides trucking fleets a migration path to embrace an 'open' computing platform while significantly lowering their existing communication costs.”

With integrated GPS, nationwide street-level mapping, Microsoft Windows XP, open-architecture hardware and more, this solution gives DriverTech customers the “Next Generation” system that will meet their current and future needs. The DriverTech system is also being introduced into other markets, including private fleets, military and waste removal. This is possible because of the platform’s flexibility and the ease with which new applications can be created.

“We are proud that DriverTech has selected ORBCOMM for satellite data communications,” stated Marc Eisenberg, ORBCOMM’s Chief Marketing Officer. He further stated, “Trucking fleets can save money with the DriverTech system while dramatically increasing productivity for their drivers. We are looking forward to continued success together.”

More information about the DriverTech DT4000 system can be found at http://www.drivertech.com.

About ORBCOMM Inc.

ORBCOMM is a leading global satellite data communications company, focused exclusively on Machine-to-Machine (M2M) communications. Its customers include General Electric, Caterpillar Inc., Volvo Group and Komatsu Ltd. among other industry leaders. By means of a global network of 30 low-earth orbit (LEO) satellites and accompanying ground infrastructure, ORBCOMM's low-cost and reliable two-way data communications products and services track, monitor and control mobile and fixed assets in four core markets: commercial transportation; heavy equipment; industrial fixed assets; and marine/homeland security. The company's products are installed on trucks, containers, marine vessels, locomotives, backhoes, pipelines, oil wells, utility meters, storage tanks and other assets. ORBCOMM is headquartered in Fort Lee, New Jersey, and has a Network Control Center in Dulles, Virginia. For more information, visit www.orbcomm.com.

About DriverTech

DriverTech designs and builds the DT4000 system, which is an open, Windows XP-based, onboard computer system for vehicles. The DriverTech system provides in-vehicle, computing resources and an intelligent link between the driver and many sources of data communication coming from or to the vehicle such as work assignments, mapping along with GPS information, and engine data. The DriverTech system is a true 'Tri-Mode' system (Satellite, Cellular and Wi-Fi) that has the ability to connect these wireless networks simultaneously and then use a least-cost algorithm to automatically route data via the lowest-cost communication option. Used in both government and commercial applications, the system is built to military specifications and will withstand the heat, cold, moisture, and vibration typical of a vehicle environment. Fleets use a suite of DriverTech software as well as their own applications on the DT4000. DriverTech has shown that its system immediately enables fleets to leverage not only many software applications, but also the multitude of lower-cost, wireless networks that are available and continually expanding. For more information please visit www.drivertech.com.

Contacts

DriverTech, Salt Lake City
Scott Lemon, 801-468-0999