Frotas Conectadas highlights technology trends in Brazilian transport

The Frotas Conectadas event, held during Lat. Bus 2026 at São Paulo Expo, highlighted the increasing integration of information technology within the Brazilian transport sector. Industry professionals discussed how technological tools are being utilized to optimize fleet management, focusing on control, cost reduction, and safety.

Key presentations included insights from Creare Solutions, which reported significant operational improvements through telemetry, such as a 23% reduction in fuel costs and a 78% decrease in accidents. Mercedes-Benz do Brasil introduced its FleetBus system, a telemetry solution designed to perform real-time diagnostics on buses to prevent breakdowns and assist maintenance teams.

Other discussions covered the importance of converting large datasets into actionable intelligence, the impact of vehicle climate control on passenger comfort and vehicle health, and the primary industry concerns regarding maintenance, sustainability, and cost management.