Case Study: United Mechanical Inc. achieves 89% fewer accidents and major cost savings with Azuga

California UMI uses Azuga fleet tracking to improve driver and fleet safety

California UMI is a major Bay Area HVAC provider that struggled with driver safety: in 2012 the company logged 19 at-fault accidents, 16 of which were fender benders caused by distracted driving. Safety Coordinator Patty Middleton sought a cost-effective GPS solution that would streamline fleet operations, cut fuel use, and—critically—eliminate phone use behind the wheel while fitting the company’s budget.

Azuga’s OBD-based GPS and DriveSafe phone solution delivered those capabilities. After deployment, California UMI reduced accident rates by 89% and has had no at-fault accidents from distracted driving, earned a 12% fleet insurance discount, and cut idling by 7% (about $12,000 per year). The platform also provided intuitive reporting and regular feature updates, improving overall fleet management.

United Mechanical Inc.

Patty Middleton

Safety Director