Driver Behavior (DRB)

Understanding how every vehicle is driven

The Driver Behavior Parameter Group continuously analyses how the vehicle is being driven.

Instead of simply transmitting raw vehicle signals, the Squarell IVMS combines information from multiple vehicle networks to describe the driver’s behavior in real time. This creates a reliable foundation for driver coaching, fuel optimization and fleet performance improvement.

The Driver Behavior Parameter Group forms the basis of the Squarell Driver Performance Solution and provides the information required for Driver Feedback, Driver Score and Driver Totals.

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Specifications

Name: Driver Behavior
Header: $DRB
Subscription: Yes
Solution: Driver Performance
Trigger: Configurable
Output port: Selectable

Typical Applications

  • Driver Coaching
  • Driver Behavior Analysis
  • Eco-Driving Programs
  • Fleet Benchmark
  • Insurance Telematics
  • Driver Performance Monitor
  • Fleet Safety
  • Fuel Optimisation 

Key Parameters

Driver Inputs

  • Accelerator pedal position 
  • Brake Pedal Position
  • Clutch Position
  • Cruise Control Status
  • PTO Status
  • Turn Left Signal Counter
  • Turn Right Signal Counter

Vehicle response

  • Vehicle Speed
  • Vehicle Acceleration
  • Engine RPM
  • Engine Torque
  • Engine Load

Driver Style

  • Gear Selection
  • Torque Demand
  • Harsh Acceleration
  • Coating Detection
  • Idle Status

Efficiency

  • Cruise Control Usage
  • Engine Overrun
  • Eco Driving Status
  • Anticipative Driving Indicator

Future Developments

  • Smooth Driving Index
  • Driver Stability
  • Engine Stress Level
  • Power Demand Level
  • Throttle Stability
  • Stop-and-Go Index

The complete parameter group and definition is available to Squarell partners.

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Business Value

The Driver Behavior Parameter Group provides continuous insight into how a vehicle is driven rather than simply how it is operated.

By analyzing accelerator usage, braking behavior, engine load, gear selection and vehicle dynamics in real time, fleet operators gain objective information that supports driver coaching, fuel reduction and operational safety.

The same behavioral information is also used by the Squarell Driver Feedback, Driver Score and Driver Totals Parameter Groups, creating a continuous driver improvement cycle.

The Driver Performance Solution:   Observe – Coach – Evaluate – Measure – Verify

Why Squarell?

Most telematics systems simply forward vehicle parameters to a back-office application where driver behavior is analyzed afterwards.

Squarell takes a different approach.

Driver Behavior is analyses inside the IVMS using intelligent onboard algorithms. Instead of transmitting thousands of raw measurements, the IVMS generates harmonised behavioral information that can immediately be used for driver coaching, Driver Feedback, Driver Scores and long-term fleet analysis.

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