It’s called, “GPS Telematics,” and the City of Saskatoon is going to equip about 800 of its vehicles and pieces of equipment with the technology. It’s to help the city monitor, manage and make informed decisions for its corporate fleet. Specifically, the data gathered will be used to save money, reduce emissions, and improve safety. Goran Saric, Director of Roadways, Fleet and Support says, “Based on results in other municipalities with GPS telematics, the city could save up to 20 per cent in fuel costs by addressing speeding and wasteful idling, detecting rapid acceleration, optimizing routes, and reducing trips.” The city hopes the initiative will help achieve the emissions reduction target of 80 per cent by 2050. A test group of vehicles was equipped with the devices this fall. The rest of the installations are scheduled for the beginning of 2020.