Case Study: West Coast Sand & Gravel achieves 37% idle reduction and saves 5,205 gallons of fuel per quarter with GPS Insight

West Coast Sand and Gravel Saves 5,205 Gallons of Fuel per Quarter by Reducing Idling

West Coast Sand & Gravel, a 326-vehicle construction materials hauler serving California and Arizona since 1968, struggled with inefficient radio/phone communication that made it hard to track productivity, verify deliveries and relay information without interrupting drivers. The company needed a user-friendly solution to confirm pickups and deliveries, provide accurate ETAs, and reduce time spent on administrative calls.

By deploying GPS Insight’s vehicle and asset tracking with Garmin integration and custom electronic forms, West Coast Sand & Gravel gained real-time visibility, streamlined reporting and two-way communication while routing vehicles more efficiently. Alerts for more than 10 minutes of idle time helped cut idle fuel use by 37%—5,205 gallons in one quarter—saving over $18,000 that quarter, while improving customer service and overall fleet productivity.

West Coast Sand & Gravel

Brad Zimmer

Director, Environmental & Special Projects, West Coast Sand & Gravel