Driving
Driving Tracking
Understanding Driving Tracking
The Sense driving tracking system uses a dedicated in-vehicle device to monitor your driving behavior and provide insights into your driving patterns. This system tracks acceleration, braking, speeding, and cornering to help you become a safer, more efficient driver.
How Driving Tracking Works
In-Vehicle Device
- OBD-II connection - Plugs directly into your vehicle’s diagnostic port
- GPS tracking - Monitors location and speed data
- Accelerometer sensors - Detects vehicle movement and forces
- Real-time monitoring - Continuously tracks driving behavior
- Data transmission - Sends driving data to the Sense App
Data Collection
- Acceleration patterns - How smoothly you accelerate
- Braking behavior - Braking intensity and frequency
- Speed monitoring - Speed limits and speeding incidents
- Cornering analysis - How you handle turns and curves
- Trip data - Complete journey information and statistics
Driving Metrics Tracked
Acceleration Analysis
- Smooth acceleration - Gradual speed increases
- Harsh acceleration - Rapid speed increases that waste fuel
- Acceleration events - Number of harsh acceleration incidents
- Efficiency scoring - How fuel-efficient your acceleration is
Braking Behavior
- Smooth braking - Gradual deceleration
- Harsh braking - Sudden stops that indicate inattention
- Braking frequency - How often you need to brake
Speed Monitoring
- Speed limit compliance - How often you stay within limits
- Speeding incidents - Times you exceed speed limits
Cornering Analysis
- Smooth cornering - How well you handle turns
- Cornering speed - Appropriate speed for different curve types
- Lateral forces - G-forces experienced during turns
- Cornering safety - Safety of your cornering technique
Driving Score and Insights
Overall Driving Score
- Acceleration Analysis - How you accelerated
- Braking Analysis - How you decellerated
- Speed rating - How fast your drove
- Cornering Analysis - How tight your cornered
Trip Analysis
- Trip duration - Length of each journey
- Distance covered - Total distance traveled
- Average speed - Average speed for this journey
Using Driving Data
Safety Improvements
- Review driving score - Check your overall safety rating
- Identify problem areas - Focus on specific driving behaviors
- Set improvement goals - Work on reducing harsh events
- Track progress - Monitor improvements over time
Fuel Efficiency
- Acceleration optimization - Learn to accelerate more smoothly
- Speed management - Maintain consistent, efficient speeds
- Route planning - Choose more efficient routes
- Maintenance impact - How vehicle maintenance affects efficiency
Insurance Benefits
- Usage-based insurance - Potential discounts for safe driving
- Risk assessment - How your driving affects insurance rates
- Claims reduction - Safer driving may reduce accident risk
- Policy optimization - Choose insurance based on driving data
Driving Recommendations
For Better Safety
- Maintain safe following distance - Leave adequate space between vehicles
- Anticipate traffic conditions - Look ahead and plan your actions
- Avoid distractions - Focus on driving, not phone or other activities
- Follow speed limits - Stay within posted speed limits
- Smooth driving - Accelerate and brake gradually
For Better Efficiency
- Gentle acceleration - Accelerate smoothly to save fuel
- Coast when possible - Use momentum instead of constant acceleration
- Maintain steady speed - Avoid unnecessary speed changes
- Plan routes - Choose efficient routes with less traffic
- Regular maintenance - Keep your vehicle in good condition
Troubleshooting Driving Tracking
Device Connection Issues
- OBD-II port - Ensure the device is properly connected
- Vehicle compatibility - Check if your vehicle supports the device
- Power supply - Verify the device is receiving power
- Bluetooth connection - Ensure connection to your phone
Data Accuracy
- GPS signal - Ensure good GPS reception
- Vehicle data - Check that vehicle data is being read correctly
- Calibration - Allow time for the system to calibrate
- Sensor placement - Ensure sensors are not obstructed
Missing Data
- Device disconnection - Check if the device came loose
- Battery issues - Ensure the device has power
- Sync problems - Check that data is syncing to the app
- Network issues - Ensure internet connection for data upload
Privacy and Data Security
Data Protection
- Encrypted transmission - All data is encrypted during transmission
- Secure storage - Data is encrypted securely on the Sense Cloud
- Access control - Only you and your employer can access your driving data
- Data retention - Clear policies on how long data is kept
Driving Safety Tips
Pre-Drive Checklist
- Vehicle inspection - Check tires, lights, and fluid levels
- Weather conditions - Adjust driving for weather
- Route planning - Plan your route before starting
- Rest and alertness - Ensure you’re well-rested and alert. Check your Sense Balance score.
During Driving
- Stay focused - Avoid distractions while driving
- Maintain awareness - Scan your surroundings constantly
- Follow traffic rules - Obey all traffic laws and signals
- Be courteous - Show consideration for other drivers
Emergency Situations
- Stay calm - Remain calm in emergency situations
- Know your vehicle - Understand your vehicle’s capabilities
- Emergency contacts - Have emergency numbers readily available
- First aid knowledge - Basic first aid can be helpful
Tips for Better Driving Tracking
- Install properly - Ensure the device is correctly installed
- Check regularly - Monitor your driving data frequently
- Set goals - Establish improvement targets
- Review patterns - Analyze your driving habits
- Make adjustments - Modify your driving based on insights
- Stay consistent - Use the system regularly for best results
When to Contact Support
Contact Sense support if:
- Device not working - The in-vehicle device stops functioning
- Data not syncing - Driving data isn’t appearing in the app
- Installation issues - Problems with device installation
- Vehicle compatibility - Questions about vehicle support
- Privacy concerns - Questions about data handling which aren’t covered by our Privacy Policy
For more information about how driving affects your overall wellness, see Balance Tracking and Activity Tracking.