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Real time tracking is one of the most advanced tracking systems today. When the transmitter receives the data from the satellite the real time location of the vehicle is determined. That information is then sent to you, allowing you to track your vehicle any time, anywhere.

The GPS satellite system is the most commonly used type of protocol system for real time vehicle tracking. It uses 24 medium Earth orbit satellites that continuously scan different areas of the planet’s surface, and transmits the data collected to the receiver in the form of microwave signals.

The GPS system is often mistaken to require a clear line of sight so the satellites can transmit the accurate location, speed and direction of an object. However, the artificial satellites can still provide a very useful reading even if the line of sight of the GPS is obstructed. This makes the GPS an excellent navigational tool because it can still track your location even during the most extreme conditions, such as being inside a tunnel, cave or jungle.

Another advantage of the GPS among other navigational systems such as those that utilize radio frequencies and etc. is that the GPS satellite system is being maintained by the government. This is good for two reasons: one, the technology behind the GPS is almost always up-to-date and two, it comes as almost free-of-charge to civilians.

You can choose from a myriad of options on how you want your vehicle tracked. You can opt to locate your vehicle from as frequent as every 10 seconds to as occasional as every couple of minutes. The best tracking service providers have a flexible plan that can immediately suit your tracking needs. Though knowing your vehicle’s location every second is a good way to fight car theft and carjackers, it won’t be good on your wallet.