CEO Neil Cawse discusses how AI will transform vehicle telematics at Geotab Connect 2026 in Las Vegas. (Seth Clevenger/Transport Topics)
February 13, 2026 11:50 AM, EST
Key Takeaways:
- Geotab unveiled upgraded GO telematics devices, a new AI-enabled dash camera and next‑generation asset trackers at its Connect 2026 conference.
- Executives said the new hardware improves data quality to support advanced AI tools such as Geotab Ace and integrates satellite connectivity for fleets operating in remote areas.
- The company plans a North American release in the second quarter and previewed additional AI features, including a voice agent now in closed beta testing.
LAS VEGAS — Geotab unveiled its next generation of connected fleet technology and outlined its vision for how artificial intelligence will transform vehicle telematics.
At its Connect 2026 conference, the company introduced upgraded versions of its flagship GO telematics device, a new dashcam and asset tracking systems, all designed to capture data that businesses can utilize to improve the safety and efficiency of their fleets.
“We recognize that while telematics has served us well for decades, it truly needs to evolve,” CEO Neil Cawse said during the Feb. 11 opening session.
The updated Geotab GO hardware provides faster processing and improved data handling compared with its predecessor, which helps support emerging AI capabilities such as Geotab Ace, a generative AI assistant for fleet managers that translates datasets into actionable intelligence on vehicle and driver performance.
“Reliable AI starts with reliable data,” said Mike Branch, Geotab’s vice president of data and analytics. “This new device raises the bar for data quality and continuity, proving the level of detail and accuracy that AI solutions need to generate valuable and trustworthy insights.”
Geotab’s Mike Branch introduces the company’s latest products. (Seth Clevenger/Transport Topics)
For fleets with more complex or demanding operations, Geotab also introduced a GO Plus version of the hardware that provides government-grade security, enhanced coverage and, in the future, the ability to utilize Starlink Direct-to-Cell service from SpaceX to eliminate concerns about cellular dead zones.
Geotab also introduced its new GO Focus Pro dash camera, which combines 360-degree visibility with AI-powered driver coaching and in-cab alerts.
The product supports up to five auxiliary cameras to provide complete coverage of the vehicle, driver, cargo and the surrounding environment.
The new dash camera incorporates predictive AI to flag traffic-light violations, provide forward-collision warnings and detect other road users in blind spots.
It also includes an automated driver scoring system that identifies risky behavior patterns, such as fatigued driving and mobile phone use, to help fleets prioritize coaching and recognize safe driving.
In addition, Geotab also launched next-generation asset tracking devices to provide visibility to trailers and other equipment.
The GO Anywhere device for non-powered assets provides updated location data once an hour with up to 10 years of battery life.
Geotab showcases its next-generation GO and GO Plus telematics devices. (Seth Clevenger/Transport Topics)
Another option, the GO Anywhere Plus, utilizes wired power for near real-time location tracking and comes with built-in Starlink Direct-to-Cell to provide coverage even in highly remote areas.
“This marks a significant milestone in the industry, merging the worlds of satellite and mobile networks together,” Branch said.
Another option is Small Asset Tracking, which uses Bluetooth low-energy beacons to track portable tools and equipment via nearby connected assets.
The next-generation GO and GO Plus hardware, the GO Focus Pro dash camera and the GO Anywhere asset trackers will be available in North America in the second quarter, with global rollouts to follow.
Geotab also previewed additional AI functionality during the conference’s opening session.
Branch led a live demonstration of a Geotab AI voice agent, which automated a conversation with a driver to gather details of a job and review driving performance. This proprietary voice agent is in closed beta testing.
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Cawse reiterated the value of data in a world where AI is reshaping business operations.
“AI is only as good as the data it can access,” he said. “Telematics is a critical part of this, but it’s only one part. If your data is trapped in silos like PDFs and paper, AI will never reach its full potential. … If the data matters, it must be digital, accessible and usable.”
While rolling out its own product updates, Geotab also highlighted its integrations with third-party technology providers to give fleet operators more options and capabilities.
“The reality is no single platform can solve everything a fleet deals with day to day,” said Robin Kinsey, associate vice president of the Geotab Marketplace.
For example, Geotab has partnered with Xtract to streamline driver reporting after a crash. Xtract digitizes the post-collision process using data already captured by the Geotab GO device and dashcam to shorten claims cycles and reduce claims calls and investigation costs.
Geotab also showcased its connection with the OK Alone app, which protects the safety of remote workers by automatically alerting supervisors when it detects that a worker has fallen down.
The company also spotlighted its integration with BlueArrow Fuel, which helps detect fuel theft or misuse.
In closing, Cawse urged fleets to embrace AI and begin incorporating it into their operations rather than sitting on the sidelines.
“We’re living through one the most profound shifts in how work gets done since the industrial revolution,” Cawse said. “AI is not coming, it’s here.”
