A Trimble Company and leading provider of fleet mobility technology, PeopleNet announced the debut of the PeopleNet Display.5 (PD.5). As being an Android-powered, its fixed-mount display is built specifically for the rigors of the commercial trucking industry.

General manager of PeopleNet said “The introduction of the PeopleNet Display.5 provides customers with additional choices and flexibility when selecting an in-cab display. The PD.5, much like our Android-based tablets, lays the foundation for the next-generation of fleet mobility and helps our customers transform their drivers’ experience.”

The PD.5 gives customers the option to implement a designed display which makes them able to comply with the electronic logging device (ELD) mandate as well as leverage other applications including navigation and in-cab scanning. Through PeopleNet’s Managed Mobility service, fleets can also manage both business and third-party apps running on the display and provide drivers with remote assistance during support cases and troubleshoot other mobile applications.

The presence of the PD.5 will allow customers to ensure their future investments and maximize the productivity and visibility which is more than important throughout their The PD.5 has the flexibility to pair with multiple in-vehicle gateways for a fully customizable solution that leverages 4G LTE connectivity to increase driver and fleet performance.

“As we continue our migration to Android, the PD.5 can run both proprietary solutions alongside third-party apps, giving a fleet the ability to customize the driver experience to optimize productivity,” said Coyne. “Android software also unifies all of our latest devices, so a fleet can run any combination of fixed-mounted displays, handhelds, and consumer-grade devices to meet their business-specific needs.”

The PeopleNet Display.5 is available now and will be showcased at 2018 in. sight user conference + expo in Houston from September 9-12.