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Driver behavior scoring explained

Turn harsh events into clear coaching actions and measurable improvement — not micromanagement.

What a driver score should represent

A good driver score is a simple summary of risk and efficiency based on consistent events.

  • Safety risk: harsh braking, rapid acceleration, speeding
  • Efficiency risk: idling, route deviations, aggressive driving
  • Trend over time (improving vs worsening)

Which events matter most

Start small: track a handful of events, then expand.

  • Harsh braking and cornering
  • Rapid acceleration
  • Speeding vs road limits (where available)
  • Excessive idling

How to use scores (without drama)

The goal is improvement, not punishment.

  1. Coach with trends, not one-off events
  2. Compare drivers on similar routes/vehicles
  3. Set monthly targets and celebrate improvements
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Want this set up for your fleet?

If you want, we can map your driver events into a clear scoring and coaching workflow.