What is automatic vehicle location (AVL)?
February 19, 2026

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Automatic vehicle location (AVL) systems help fleets with dispatching and tracking their vehicles. From radio direction finding, to signpost, to GPS-based systems, AVL helps fleets adhere to schedules and improve response times. Learn more about how AVL works and the different types of AVL systems fleets use.