Why equip a fleet of electric bikes with a connected solution?
Whether it's a city rolling out a self-service bike service or a company offering company bikes, managing a fleet always poses the same challenges:
- frequent flights,
- expensive maintenance,
- difficulty in optimizing usage and availability.
👉 The connected bike is the technological answer to these problems.
The advantages of connected bikes for a fleet
1. Enhanced security thanks to the GPS tracker
- Real-time location of each bike.
- Alerts in case of theft or suspicious movement.
- Ability to lock the engine or trigger an audible alarm.
2. Centralized management and predictive maintenance
- Usage tracking and trip history.
- Automatic data uploads (battery status, engine status, etc.).
- Maintenance planning to reduce downtime.
3. Improved user experience
- Unlock via smartphone or BLE badge.
- Easy location of the nearest available bike.
- A seamless experience that drives adoption.
Use cases: communities and businesses
- Public fleets (shared bikes, self-service bikes) : reduced vandalism, improved availability, optimized operating costs.
- Private fleets (company bikes, tourist services) : peace of mind for the company and its employees, promotion of an eco-responsible image, increased attractiveness.
Trackap: a turnkey solution for connected fleets
With Trackap , fleet managers have a complete solution:
- IoT module integrated into the bike , powered by the main battery (unlimited autonomy).
- Back-office management to monitor and optimize fleet usage.
- Open API to interface with existing applications (e.g. shared mobility, HR, tourism).
👉 Result: a safer, better managed fleet and satisfied users.
FAQ – Connected bike and fleet management
🔹 What is a connected bike for a fleet?
It is a bicycle equipped with an IoT module and a GPS tracker, allowing real-time tracking and centralized management of its maintenance and use.
🔹 What are the benefits of a GPS tracker for a bicycle fleet?
It reduces theft, facilitates maintenance, optimizes usage and improves user experience.
🔹 Is a connected solution suitable for electric scooters?
Yes. The same IoT technologies (GPS, electronic locking, data uploading) also apply to scooters and other soft mobility vehicles.
🔹 How does Trackap help fleet managers?
Trackap provides a turnkey solution (IoT + back-office + API) that simplifies fleet management and makes connected cycling accessible to all.