TPMS has been a legal requirement in the EU since July 1, 2024. This applies to new commercial vehicles with a gross vehicle weight rating of more than 3.5 tons and affects trucks, buses, motorhomes, and trailers. TPMS will therefore gradually become standard in almost all commercial fleets. This is reason enough to make the most of the potential benefits of these solutions and ensure that every TPMS is a worthwhile investment. After all, correct tire pressure goes hand in hand with optimized routes, trained drivers, and efficient vehicle technology. Fleet managers use these levers to control the consumption, efficiency, and overall costs of their own fleets.
Why is a stand-alone TPMS not yet a solution?
Without TPMS, correct tire pressure often falls out of sight. Manual tire checks take time, place a burden on drivers, or are carried out by external service providers at the weekend at best. Consistent tire pressure measurement can hardly be guaranteed manually. However, even an automatic tire pressure monitoring system can only be effective if it is integrated into a telematics system. The benefits of such integration are manifold.
Fewer breakdowns – greater availability
Low tire pressure is one of the most common causes of flat tires in commercial vehicles. A TPMS detects pressure losses at an early stage. In combination with a telematics solution, not only the driver but also
fleet management is informed in good time. This helps to avoid unplanned stops, breakdowns on the road, or even accidents. As a result, the number of costly emergency repairs is reduced and the operational readiness of the vehicles increases significantly.
How does low air pressure affect fuel consumption?
Even a tire pressure of just 0.5 bar below the target value can significantly increase a truck’s fuel consumption. The reason: tires with too little pressure generate more rolling resistance. In conjunction with telematics systems, TPMS helps to avoid this unnecessary additional consumption. Studies show that consistent use of tire pressure monitoring systems can result in fuel savings of up to 3 percent—depending on the fleet and its intended use, this can be a significant economic lever.
Fewer emissions – more climate protection
Fuel savings have a direct impact on CO₂ emissions. Those who consume less diesel automatically reduce the emissions of their vehicle fleet. Against the backdrop of increasing environmental regulations, CO₂ limits, and ESG reporting requirements, such “simple” measures are becoming increasingly important. TPMS therefore not only contribute to operational efficiency, but also to the achievement of sustainability goals in logistics.
How can a TPMS improve maintenance?
Another advantage of modern TPMS is data integration. The recorded pressure and temperature values can be integrated into central fleet management solutions via telematics systems. This allows for better maintenance planning—for example, through targeted tire maintenance or the timely replacement of critical components. The result: a longer tire life cycle, less wear and tear, and optimized maintenance costs.
Conclusion: TPMS are both mandatory and optional
In combination with telematics solutions, tire pressure monitoring systems are evolving from a legally required safety feature to an important control tool in fleet operations. Telematics and TPMS are a prime example of how high operational benefits can be achieved with comparatively little technical effort. They improve safety, reduce operating costs, and support compliance with environmental regulations. In modern logistics, TPMS is therefore no longer a marginal issue,
but an essential component of efficient, sustainable fleet management. Would you like to find out how you can integrate your TPMS into a proven telematics solution? Then get in touch with us now.