Fuel theft: Preventing losses in logistics fleets
Imagine you’re a logistics dispatcher easing into the day when your phone buzzes:
ALERT — fuel level dropped by 14 litres in 3 minutes.
With X-GPS Mobile you instantly see it’s Truck #27, parked well off its planned route. That alert becomes the start of a fast, data-driven response that keeps your fuel budget intact.
Why logistics fleets are prime targets
Long routes, frequent refuels, and tight delivery windows give dishonest drivers or thieves multiple chances to siphon fuel. Even advanced tank sensors can be fooled by hidden bottles slipped inside the tank during refuelling — leaving no obvious “missing” litres on the gauge.
Look beyond sensors: Analyze trip history
Sensor data alone won’t flag the hidden-container trick. X-GPS Mobile pairs live sensor alerts with route playback and stop analysis so you can:
- Spot unscheduled stops on quiet lay-bys or industrial back roads
- Compare actual vs. planned routes in seconds
- Cross-check fuel drops against location, time, and driver behaviour
Red flags every logistics manager should monitor
| Pattern to watch | What it can indicate |
|---|---|
| Frequent micro-stops in remote areas | Opportunistic siphoning during deliveries |
| Deviations from geo-fenced corridors | Detours to off-grid fuelling spots |
| Repeated stops at the same lay-by | A coordinated theft scheme |
| Fuel drop alerts without refuel logs | Hidden-container or hose siphoning |
Three ways X-GPS Mobile shuts down fuel theft
- Real-time fuel alerts — configurable thresholds keep false positives low.
- Trip history on mobile & web — replay every stop, detour, and dwell time.
- Remote output control — cut the ignition or trigger alarms the moment theft is confirmed.
Experience X-GPS Mobile
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