Indian Government Initiatives Promoting Fleet Technology

As businesses strive to optimize efficiency, safety, compliance, and performance – the use of technology in fleet management presents a real opportunity for innovation and growth in 2023. The year is expected to be another pioneering time for tech in transport, paving the way for continued growth and innovation for safer, more efficient, and better-connected fleets and the entire industry as a whole.

Experts believe the top four trends in fleet technology are artificial intelligence (AI) in transport, the growing uptake of smart cameras across fleets, the switch to electric vehicles (EVs), and driver safety. AI-powered software solutions for fleet management not only collect data but interpret it, to add greater value and understanding. The tools in the software help identify inefficiencies to boost productivity and improve driver behavior for the enhanced safety of all road users. AI-powered smart dashcams are in vogue because they provide visibility far beyond just video and audio.

The Indian government is also taking strides and initiatives to promote fleet technology in the country at par with other nations. The FAME (Faster Adoption and Manufacturing of Hybrid and Electric Vehicles) is a government initiative launched in 2015 to promote the adoption and manufacturing of electric and hybrid vehicles in the country. Along with the scheme, immense infrastructure development like introduction and urging people to maintain fast tags, six-lane highways and express lanes have contributed to the efficiency of fleet technology. Aim of the scheme:

·         Reduce vehicular pollution

·         Reduce dependence on fossil fuels

·         Promote the use of indigenous technology for the manufacturing of hybrid and electric vehicles.

Production-linked incentive schemes in automobile and battery cells are also playing a crucial role in bringing enhanced investments and cutting costs for manufacturers.

Some of the key takeaways from the scheme are:

·         Financial subsidies

·         Infrastructure development

·         Demand aggregation

·         Pilot projects and demonstrations

·         Research and development support

·         Skill development and training

These features of the FAME scheme work together to create a supportive ecosystem for elevating and promoting fleet technology in India.