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Rising fuel prices are once again creating major challenges for companies operating vehicle fleets. Geopolitical crises – most recently in the Middle East, previously in Venezuela or in connection with the war in Ukraine – repeatedly cause sharp fluctuations in energy markets. At the same time, long-term factors such as CO₂ charges and the European emissions trading system continue to push the cost of fossil fuels higher.

For many companies, fuel costs already rank among the largest variable expenses. Even moderate price movements can quickly add up to substantial additional costs when operating larger fleets. This makes it all the more important to systematically analyse fuel consumption and make use of existing efficiency potential within the fleet.

Digital fleet solutions such as TSI Fleetmanager provide the transparency required for this. By analysing trips, vehicles and driving behaviour in detail, companies can identify optimisation potential, implement targeted measures and sustainably reduce fuel consumption. In practice, many companies report fuel savings in the range of 10–15 %.

The statutory deletion deadline for older digital tachograph data falls on 31 March 2026. Data for which the applicable retention period has expired must be removed in accordance with the relevant legal requirements. The correct and timely handling of this data forms an essential part of a compliant fleet operation and is closely linked to the ongoing digitalisation and integration of modern telematics systems.

For users of the TSI solutions, the legally required deletion is carried out automatically, ensuring reliable compliance with the applicable regulations.

We would like to thank our customers and partners for the constructive cooperation over the past year. Our work has been shaped by valuable feedback through direct exchange and by a shared, solution-oriented approach.

In the upcoming anniversary year 2026, we will continue this work alongside you, both in ongoing projects and in new tasks and endeavours.

We look forward to shaping mobility in transition together with you as your telematics partner – with solutions designed to meet real-world challenges.

From 12–13 November 2025, the 20th Mitteldeutscher Omnibustag will take place at the H+ Hotel Leipzig-Halle. The event is regarded as Central Germany’s leading annual bus industry convention, bringing together operators, manufacturers and service providers. TSI Telematic Services GmbH will once again be present—showcasing practical solutions for bus telematics, vehicle and driver data, and the compliant digital evaluation of tachograph data for public transport, long-distance and charter operations.

The conference will once again focus on key challenges for the industry: driver shortages, the financing and public role of mass transit, and new propulsion technologies. We will demonstrate how the digital recording, evaluation and use of vehicle and driver data streamline daily operations—from automatic remote tachograph downloads to integration into payroll and compliance workflows. We look forward to speaking personally with bus operators, transport companies and travel providers on site.

The tachograph regulations are being tightened: from the end of 2025, the Smart Tachograph 2 will be mandatory in cross-border transport. From July 2026, the tachograph requirement will also apply to vehicles over 2.5 tonnes gross weight. Companies should prepare in good time to avoid fines and downtime.

We support you in the introduction of the new tachograph – with remote download, secure archiving, intelligent analysis and full system integration.
Our systems are SMT2-ready and comply with all legal requirements. This way you save time and always keep your fleet under control.

Our solutions already meet all the legal requirements that will become mandatory from the end of 2025, making your fleet ready for the upcoming regulations – reliable, efficient and future-proof.

This year's legally mandated deletion of tachograph data is due on March 31, 2025. TSI customers won't have to do anything - we'll handle the deletion for you automatically.

As of the 2024 funding period, the „De-Minimis“ subsidy programme is being continued under the new name „Umweltschutz und Sicherheit“ (environmental protection and safety)..

It is aimed at companies in a wide range of sectors that use lorries - be it in production, construction, retail or logistics - and promotes measures that improve operational efficiency as well as environmental protection and safety.

By 31st March 2024, companies are required to delete tachograph data from the previous year, as outlined by EU regulations. For instance, in Germany, this is specified under the Drivers' Working Hours Regulation (FPersV).

For our clients, we undertake timely deletion, reducing your workload and ensuring compliance.

In specific cases, such as during legal investigations and accidents, or when using tachograph data for payroll, different and extended retention periods may be mandatory. Please check in time which deletion deadlines apply to you.

Dear Esteemed Clients and Partners,

In an era marked by continual transformation and various challenges, we primarily want to extend our deepest thanks for your unwavering trust and our fruitful partnership over the last year. The festive season offers a perfect moment to take a breath and consider all that we have achieved together. We feel privileged to have been part of your journey, sharing in your narratives and successes.

The 18th Central German Bus Day 2023 (Mitteldeutscher Omnibustag 2023) will take place in Landsberg on 15th-16th November 2023. The conference will focus on networking and innovation in the bus and coach sector. Among the numerous participants, TSI Telematic Services GmbH will take part again this year. 

At this event, we'll showcase our advanced bus telematics. A standout feature is our automated reading of digital tachographs, which can be utilised for various functions, including work time and expense reporting.