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TrackHawk GPS Joins ARA: Supporting the Future of Smart Rental Operations

Written by Dalia Khatib | Jun 20, 2025 1:53:48 PM

TrackHawk GPS is proud to announce our membership in the American Rental Association (ARA), a move that reflects our commitment to supporting the rental industry with powerful GPS and telematics solutions designed to solve real-world problems.

From trailers and trucks to heavy equipment and job-site tools, rental companies operate a wide range of assets under high pressure. We’re here to help simplify that complexity with tracking technology that’s built not just for vehicles, but for your entire business.

Why GPS and Telematics Matter in the Rental Market

Rental businesses face unique operational challenges: assets are constantly moving between customers, job sites, and yards. Tracking what’s where, whether it’s being used, and how it’s being treated is critical to profitability. That’s where smart GPS systems step in, not just to locate, but to inform and protect your operation.

Here’s why more rental companies are integrating GPS into daily workflows:

It’s About Solving Problems, Not Just Tracking

TrackHawk GPS doesn’t just show you where something is. It helps you:

  • Know when an item was delivered and returned

  • Monitor engine hours to support accurate billing

  • Detect unauthorized movement or late-night activity

  • See how equipment is being used on-site (or if it’s idle)

  • Stop a theft in action using our remote kill switch.

Whether it’s a dump trailer, a concrete mixer, or a flatbed truck, we help rental teams focus less on guessing and more on growing.

It’s Not Just About Cars

The rental industry goes far beyond vehicles. ARA members rent out:

  • Skid steers, excavators, and trenchers

  • Generators, compressors, and heaters

  • Trailers and delivery trucks

  • Fencing, scaffolding, and more

TrackHawk offers hardwired, wireless, waterproof and magnetic mount tracking options, so you can protect and manage both powered and non-powered assets.

Key Features for Rental Companies

What makes TrackHawk GPS stand out for the rental market?

  • Geofences & Alerts
    Set up zones for yards, job sites, or customer locations. Get notified when equipment moves without permission or isn’t returned on time.

  • Usage-Based Billing
    Use engine hours or PTO tracking to charge customers accurately and avoid disputes.

  • Maintenance Scheduling
    Automatically track mileage or run-time to ensure preventive maintenance gets done on time—before breakdowns cost you more.

  • Driver Behavior Monitoring
    For delivery or service vehicles, you can spot harsh driving, excessive idling, or off-route activity to protect your assets and your brand.

  • Unified Dashboard
    Track vehicles, trailers, and equipment from one place, not six different apps.

  • Remote Immobilization

    For high-risk assets or payment-sensitive rentals, our hardwired trackers include a remote immobilization feature. With just a click, you can disable a vehicle or asset’s ignition whether it’s to prevent theft, enforce contract terms, or recover equipment after a missed payment.

Built for Independent and Regional Rental Operators

Many rental companies don’t have the luxury of large telematics teams or in-house IT. TrackHawk’s system is built to be simple, powerful, and scalable. Whether you have 5 assets or 500, we’ll help you take control without slowing down your operation. Moreover, our team is available around the clock to support you in your operations. 

What Joining ARA Means to Us

ARA members are the backbone of the rental industry, local businesses with deep community ties and ambitious goals. By joining the American Rental Association, TrackHawk is investing in that future. We're here to support ARA members with smarter tracking, better data, and a partner that listens.

Want to see what smarter rental operations look like?
Explore how TrackHawk GPS works for your fleet, your tools, and your business.

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