Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

tachograph

Noun

/ˈtækoʊɡræf/

Definition

A tachograph is a device that automatically records the speed and distance traveled by a vehicle over time.

Examples

The truck driver had to use a tachograph to log their hours on the road.
Many countries require commercial vehicles to be equipped with a tachograph.
The data from the tachograph helped in analyzing the driver’s performance and compliance with safety regulations.

Meaning

Used mainly in transportation, a tachograph helps monitor driving patterns, ensuring compliance with regulations regarding driving hours and rest periods for drivers.