Ford’s commercial division, Ford Pro, has introduced software and technology features with Lytx to give fleet managers more insights into, and control over, their vehicle usage.

Ford Pro Telematics with Dashcam integrates a Lytx dashcam, combining it with Ford Pro Intelligence to help monitor driver behavior and reinforce compliant driving, the company announced.

“Fleet managers have more to deal with than ever: managing fleets, maximizing uptime, and minimizing the risks of accidents to drivers, vehicles, and their business,” said Dave Prusinski, general manager of Ford Pro Integrated Services. “Ford Pro Intelligence, now with video telematics, gives fleet managers more visibility and control over what’s happening inside the cabin and on the road. It’s like having a coach in the passenger seat.”

The system uses a windshield-mounted, cloud-connected Lytx dashcam, which can capture road- and driver-facing footage. It delivers insights selected by the fleet manager and stores data within the Ford Pro Intelligence platform for 30 days.

“We’re thrilled to be a part of Ford Pro’s next generation of cloud-connected fleet technologies,” said Adam McCarty, senior vice-president at Lytx. “Both Ford Pro and Lytx are united in our commitment to help customers optimize their fleet investments, help encourage better driving, and protect against loss. Through continued innovation on our Lytx Vision Platform, we look forward to providing the Ford Pro team with groundbreaking tools to help fleets drive operational excellence.”