Rocky Mountain Tracking

By Greg Bartlett

You care about your kids and want to make sure they’re always safe. But now that they’re in their teens, they don’t exactly want you coming along everywhere they go. And they probably get tired of constant phone calls asking where they’re at and what they’re doing. What if you could know where they’re at all the time without having to follow them everywhere? What if you even got an alert every time they were speeding or could see when they entered a bad neighborhood?

Teen Drivers & GPS

GPS teen tracking has the power to tell you where your kids are all the time. Some parents have even installed the device in the trunk of their teen’s car without having to make an issue of it-the ultimate in non-invasive parenting. And as simple as that, you know where they go. Say goodbye to having to trying to figure out their every move. Your teen can say goodbye to the constant phone calls. You know what’s happening; your teens don’t feel like they’re being micro-managed.

GPS teen tracking has two really big benefits. One of them is safety. Is it really the best for your teen to be going out and absolutely no one knows where they are? With a simple device, you can always know where they are if the need should arise. One parent suspected that their teen might be involved in dangerous behaviors. She simply put a tracking device in his trunk and just like that, she could know what was happening with her son.

But the biggest benefit of GPS teen tracking is peace of mind. You could either wonder all the time and worry because you have no idea what is happening, or you could know. You could have the ability to check where your teen is at any time of the day or night. Surely, that has to be worth the cost of a tracking device!

There is one other interesting benefit that has only come to light more recently. A few months ago, a teenager used GPS data in court. According to a radar gun, he was accused of going almost 20 miles over the speed limit. But GPS data said he was going exactly 45 at the time of the citation. That’s a pretty good defense when you have good technology to back it up!

GPS teen tracking may be just what you’ve been needing to be a responsible parent without driving your teens crazy. Safety and your peace of mind might be as simple as a GPS tracking device.

by James Neely, freelance writer: click | HERE | to check out GPS products from Rocky Mountain Tracking

From the UK, we hear that some insurance companies are lowering rates for the most at risk drivers - teenagers - when they include active GPS Tracking and monitoring in the vehicles in which they drive.  Is this a good move or an encroachment on these young drivers’ rights?

Car Insurance, Teen Drivers & GPS

It depends on your perspective.  It also depends on your opinion about the view that saving money is more important than giving up a little privacy.  Teens tend to decry the move more than parents.

Insurance Rates and Premiums

The lowering of your premiums and increasing your deductible is a way to put a big dent in your monthly expenses.  This is especially true when you have a teen driver in your household.  So, using GPS Tracking to accomplish this task makes sense.  Your budget suddenly becomes a little easier to live with.  In fact, you could take the savings from your lowered premiums and throw it into a savings account and make some interest on it as well.

Insurance Risk and Benefits

The insurance companies are all about lowering their risk.  Sure, they exist to provide you a valuable service, but they also know that they way to remain profitable is to reduce the amount of claims that they have to pay.  That is why they are embracing GPS Tracking devices.  And not just for families with teenage drivers - businesses can reduce their insurance premiums with GPS Tracking devices on board as well.

Parents Peace of Mind

Parents are all over making sure that their teen drivers act responsibly and do not violate laws or rules while driving.  There are too many stories out there of families that have had sons or daughters ripped from their arms because of irresponsible activities that could have been avoided.  That is why accountability is emphasized and why GPS Tracking devices are at the center of this effort.

It does not take much to save money with GPS Tracking devices and insurance premiums, but consider that it might also save a life and that life could be that of a loved one.  Then, how much is a GPS Tracking device worth?

Rocking Mountain Tracking has the best line-up of GPS Tracking devices to meet any need.  Take a look at their products and options for the best fit for your business.  You will find knowledgeable sales persons in helping you get the best unit to meet your requirements.

By Greg Bartlett

In the last several years the GPS tracking industry has exploded, producing dozens and dozens of different kinds of tracking devices. Passive and active, vehicle devices and cell phone devices. There are tons of choices when it comes to the vast world of GPS tracking systems. As new tracking devices are being created, more and more uses for these systems are being discovered. Here are 5 of the most common ways to use these new tracking devices.

GPS Uses Listed

Law enforcement agencies use GPS tracking devices both on a local and on a state level. These systems can be used to monitor the actions of a suspect in an attempt to catch him in another crime. They have also been used very successfully to track down stolen goods, to catch bank robbers, and to make drug busts.

Businesses, both large and small, are incorporating GPS tracking systems into all areas of their companies. They are tracking company vehicles to cut down on wear and tear. They use the systems to keep track of their employees and maximize the amount of work that gets done. These systems also cut down on the amount of paperwork that needs to be filled out and filed because the information is kept so neatly on a computer database. Businesses save time by using GPS tracking devices because they are very accurate systems and it cuts out the amount of time that someone would have to spend double checking files and records.

Parents of teen drivers all across the country are using GPS tracking devices to monitor their young drivers and keep them safe. These devices keep young drivers accountable, cutting down speeding and other dangerous driving habits.

As divorce rates continue to increase, GPS tracking devices are becoming more and more popular for tracking spouse infidelity. Husbands and wives are now checking up on each other to make sure that they are where they say they are going to be at a particular time. These systems act as accountability and help to keep people honest in their relationships with each other.

GPS tracking systems are now also being used to track people with Alzheimer’s Disease who will wander off easily. These tracking systems can be set to notify a family member if the tracking device is no longer in a specified area. These systems have brought peace and comfort to many families and helped to ease their worry about their loved one with Alzheimer’s.

While there are many other uses for GPS tracking systems, these are just a few of the most popular ones. As you can see, GPS technology has become a part of everyday life for all different kinds of people and these systems have helped to make life easier and safer for those who use it.

By Greg Bartlett

GPS technology has brought many benefits to the world of traveling and navigation. While most people are familiar with GPS navigation systems such as Garmin and Tom Tom and many are familiar with the term GPS tracking, many of those same people don’t understand the difference in the two concepts. Hearing the term GPS conjures images of the box that attaches to your windshield or dashboard and displays a map complete with voice directions indicating where you should turn to reach your destination. This application is one use of GPS, but GPS tracking systems may be even more beneficial to a broader range of people than their navigational cousins are.

GPS Points You in the Right Direction

GPS, or Global Positioning System, was developed by the military for use with ballistic missiles and works by measuring the distance from the GPS device to four or more of the GPS satellites orbiting the earth. By calculating the time it takes for the signal to reach the satellites, the device can determine precise location to within a few feet and sometimes within a few inches.

Unlike GPS navigation systems, GPS tracking devices do not provide maps or help you determine where you are going. They perform the more basic function of determining the location of an object, person or vehicle. By attaching a transmitter to the item, you can monitor its location remotely at any time. The uses of GPS tracking are many. Parents can use the technology to keep an eye on their kids while at work and adult children of elderly people can pinpoint the location and be assured of the safety of their parents at any time, an especially helpful ability for children of Alzheimer’s or dementia patients.

Business owners benefit from the technology by using GPS vehicle trackers to monitor fleet vehicles. They can determine whether employees are conducting personal business on company time, monitor fuel usage, and check routes to see if efficiency can be increased. Outdoor athletes find GPS watches useful as they allow family members to keep track of their loved one’s location whether he’s hiking in the mountains, biking in the desert, or jogging through the neighborhood. GPS tracking can also help you monitor possessions such as laptops, jewelry or automobiles and can give the police valuable information to aid in recovery of these items in case of theft.

No matter what your situation, there is a benefit to GPS tracking that will help give you peace of mind as you keep in sight the things that matter most to you.

By Greg Bartlett

Uh-huh, that’s your kid behind the wheel, and he’s pulling away without you in the car with him. Now, now, don’t have a heart attack. Sure, he still seems like your baby – wasn’t it just yesterday you brought him home from the hospital? – but he doesn’t feel that way. And the driver’s license in his pocket says he can legally drive on his own now. While you were still riding with him, it was easy enough to pretend this wasn’t going to happen, but now you have to face reality. Your son is driving by himself.

But what about all the dangers out there? Will he speed while he’s getting lost in his music? What if he gets distracted with his iPod and swerves across the lanes? And what will this newfound freedom mean for him? Will he get to school and work on time, or will he go someplace else instead? What if he starts driving to areas and visiting friends you don’t approve of? Since you’re not there with him anymore, you don’t know what he’s doing.

Actually, you can know. All it takes is a GPS tracking device. Put it in his car, and you’ll be able to monitor his activities while he drives. The GPS tracking device will inform you when he reaches school or work, and will even let you see his speed and the stops he makes. If you see erratic driving behavior, you can call him or at least confront him when he reaches home, reminding him not to play with his iPod while driving.

A GPS tracking device will also allow you to see if your son really is going where he said he was. When you check the stops he made, you’ll be able to determine how long he was at each stop, so you can see if he was at work the whole time like he claimed, or if he went to his friend’s house for a couple hours instead. You can even be alerted if he’s driving after set hours or outside of predetermined boundaries.

Your son’s new driver’s license, giving him the privilege of driving by himself, doesn’t have to give you a heart attack. You can focus instead on how it will help you – you won’t have to drive him wherever he needs to go, and he can even run errands for you. A GPS tracking device will help you move your son towards safe driving.

By Greg Bartlett

Driver training schools have committed themselves to preparing young drivers for the challenge of driving safely on the road.

Teachers dedicate countless hours to keeping themselves abreast of the latest innovations in safety instruction as well as staying up to date on statistics and regulations in order to offer the best information to their students.

One way to encourage safer driving among teens is to inform parents of the benefits of utilizing GPS vehicle tracking to monitor their teenager’s behavior when he’s driving alone.

GPS vehicle tracking allows remote observation of a car’s location at any given time. The GPS transmitter sends a signal at specified intervals to a computer or other receiving device which pinpoints the exact location of the vehicle to within a few feet. Some models can also transmit information such as the speed of the car, direction of travel, location and length of each stop made, and whether the car was left idling or turned off. Each of these pieces of information allows parents to start a conversation with teens regarding safe driving habits.

Some driver training schools have recognized the vast benefits of GPS vehicle tracking for teen safety and have begun to partner with GPS tracking companies in order to get the message out. As part of a well-rounded education program, they incorporate GPS technology information training in order to encourage parents to make use of this excellent monitoring tool. Teens recognize the benefits as well. Many admit that their behavior alters significantly when they know their parents are monitoring their activities and they also express a belief that, rather than feeling spied on, they actually feel that the monitoring is an indication that their parents have taken an interest in them.

While no technology can take the place of face to face conversations between educators, parents, and teens regarding safety, the GPS vehicle tracking device brings the issue to the table and serves as a conversational door opener. Most teens are more than willing to talk about driving behavior and the risks and consequences associated with poor driving choices. Driver training instructors can and should take advantage of a teen’s natural affinity for all things technological by introducing GPS tracking information as a core part of their curriculum.

In light of the skyrocketing statistics regarding teen-caused vehicle accidents and fatalities, no door should be left unopened in the quest to equip teen drivers and their parents with every means of promoting safety. Teen drivers are responsible for thousands of fatal crashes each year; however, GPS vehicle tracking provides the information needed for parents and educators to quell unsafe habits right from the start, before an accident takes a life.

By Greg Bartlett

Last night your 16-year-old daughter said she’d be working all day today until she got out of work, and then she’d head over to her friend’s house to study for her geometry test.  She promised to drive carefully, but you know she’s already gotten a few speeding tickets.  Your 17-year-old son was planning on going to soccer practice and then hanging out with some of his friends to play video games – so he said.  But you know that last week he said he’d be at his friend’s house and instead he was hanging out with a college student who was providing everyone with alcohol. 

As long as your teens are doing what they said they’d be doing and are driving carefully, you don’t have a problem.  But you’re concerned that they’re not really at work, school, soccer practice, or a friend’s house.  Thankfully, there is an easy way to find out with GPS vehicle tracking. 

If you put a GPS device inside your daughter’s car, you’ll be able to determine where the vehicle is and what stops it makes, how long it stops, and how fast it’s going.  You can receive alerts if she starts speeding and can correct her speeding problems before they become fatal to her or someone else.  If she decides to sneak out at night to meet up with her boyfriend, you will be notified that she’s driving during restricted hours.

With GPS vehicle tracking in your son’s car, you can receive alerts when he reaches school, work, or a friend’s house, and can even be notified if he goes into restricted or forbidden areas – such as the college student’s house.  You can follow his driving in real time or look it up later, finding out exactly where and how he has been driving.

GPS vehicle tracking offers you a way to ensure that your teenagers are driving safely and to correct any problems that arise early.  You can also monitor their activities and make sure that they are not taking side trips on the way to or from work and engaging in dangerous activities, whether it is drugs, alcohol, or something else.  

Your son and daughter are close to the age where they have to make their own life’s decisions, but they still need your guidance now, whether they admit it or not.  With GPS vehicle tracking, you can provide them with independence while ensuring their safety by knowing when, where, and how they drive.

By Greg Bartlett

Keeping track of the whereabouts of a teenager has never been an easy task for parents. Today, as more and more teens drive their own cars or have friends who do so, the job has become almost impossible. Parents are often left wondering how to keep in touch with their teens in order to ensure responsible behavior and to keep tabs on safety. Equipping your teen with a GPS tracking device can help you and your teen come to terms with a schedule that satisfies you both.

A GPS tracking device allows you to monitor the activities of your teen by viewing his or her location in real time or by viewing a report that details his activities throughout the day. Some models allow you to view information such as length and duration of stops and speed and direction of travel if he’s driving a car. The GPS transmitter sends a signal to your home computer at specified intervals and is accurate to within a few feet of the actual location. Parents can also take advantage of the option to set a perimeter with the GPS tracking device. If the teen travels outside the specified radius, an email or text message will be sent to the parent’s computer or cell phone.

Both teens and parents can see the benefits of using a GPS tracking device. Teens admit that having the tracking device encourages safer behavior and many view it not as a spy tool, but as an indication that their parents care about their activities. Parents see the devices as a means of strengthening the parent/teen relationship and many use the device as a springboard to discuss responsible driving and personal safety habits. Even schools are beginning to see the value of GPS tracking. One school recently began using the technology to monitor chronic absenteeism. Students who were habitually absent from class were required to carry a GPS tracking device with them, allowing the school to see exactly where they were during each class. School officials then contacted students to let them know their absence had been noted and that they were expected to be in class.

Although some have argued that GPS tracking devices are an invasion of privacy, those who use them insist that this is not the case. Parents and teens alike appreciate the value of opening a channel of communication that might not otherwise be possible and teens appreciate that their parents are taking an interest in them. In a society where teens often slip under the radar, using a GPS tracking device to keep them in the loop of family interest and activity may be the best way to communicate your care and concern for them.

By Greg Bartlett

For many, the teenage years are full of exciting, high-paced activities. Even though not all teens are “sowing their wild oats,” most teenagers’ lives consist of a good deal of unpredictable and sometimes risky behavior. For those who are the guardians of a teenager this can mean fear and uneasiness for the wellbeing of their teenager while he or she is away from adult supervision.

For the most part, teenagers have a very heightened sense of independence, so when some guardians let anxiety about their teenagers safety keep an overly restrictive watch over them conflict can ensue. There are alternatives to keeping track of your teenagers besides making them stay at home and hovering over them constantly.

One of the best methods of protection known today is using a GPS tracking system. What is a GPS tracking system? As you may know, GPS stands for Global Positioning System, and a GPS is a device which uses satellite signals to measure its exact location from anywhere on the globe.

So you could keep a constant watch on your teenager, whether you were present with them or not. GPS tracking systems can be programmed to send alerts and notifications about your teen’s whereabouts to a cell phone or email. This distant observation system can give you the peace of mind of your teen’s safety while fulfilling your teenager’s desire for independence.

There are two major ways to employ a GPS tracking system with a teenager. One would be to get your teen a cell phone with a GPS included in the phone. The major plus of this option is that whenever your teen has his or her cell phone, you’ll know where they are. The potential negative would be that if for some reason your teen forgot the cell phone or the battery died on the phone, you would loose track of them.

Another option would be to get a GPS tracking device for your teen’s car. The positive of this would be that you could keep track of where your teen drives, and, with some systems, even be notified if your teen goes over the speed limit. Obviously, the downside to a GPS in the car would be that when your teen leaves the car you can’t keep track of them any longer.

With many affordable choices available, getting a GPS tracking system for your teen is definitely worth considering. After all, it is their lives you’re protecting.

By Harriette Halepis

No parent wants to think of their teen driving a car while intoxicated. Yet, thousands of teenagers die in car crashes every year. That means that your teen may very well be drinking before driving. The problem is that preventing teens from having what they deem as “harmless fun” is no easy task.

What you don't know can hurt everyone!

Teens want the freedom to make mistakes, and why shouldn’t they have a bit of freedom? After all, most parents went through the same struggles while they were growing up. Is it possible to give your teen a bit of space while ensuring that they are safe?

Thanks to the dawn of the GPS tracking system, keeping your teen safe from drunk driving is easier now than it ever has been before. These tiny devices can be attached to your teen’s backpack of clothing. This way, if your teen winds up in a location that you don’t approve of, you can remove them from that situation almost immediately.

While some parents may consider tracking a teen with a GPS device a breach of privacy, knowing where your teen is at all times is the best way to keep them from drinking while driving. Of course, you can’t determine whether or not your teen has consumed alcohol, but you can determine whether or not your teen is where they claim to be.

Forget about following your teen all around town in your car. Instead, allow a small GPS tracker to do the dirty work for you. All you have to do is keep any eye on the movement of your teen. Tracking teens just may prevent teenage drunk driving from occurring.

Teen drivers are responsible for nearly 12% of all car accidents – most of these accidents involve alcohol. Not only are drunk drivers a hazard to others on the road, but they are also a hazard to themselves. Many teens wind up killing themselves by instigating a drunk driving accident.

Those that do not kill themselves often kill others instead. In either case, if you can keep your teen from harm then you will be doing the world a favour. Speak with your teen about drunk driving, tell them about the dangers of drinking before driving, and make sure to track their every move.

Is tracking your teen with a GPS tracker a violation of human rights? Not if it means keeping them (and others) safe. Driving should be a privilege for teens – not a way to push personal limits. Tracking your teen can keep them safe.