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New Video: Verizon Telematics Partners with MapQuest for Business

Do you ever wonder how MapQuest for Business powers other companies and their cutting edge solutions? Verizon Telematics’ business units including OEM, Hum and fleet leverage several of our APIs and SDKs. Watch the video to learn how we beat out other suppliers to become Verizon Telematics’ preferred geospatial provider.

Recent articles

What is the difference between latitude and longitude?

In the realm of geographic navigation and positioning, the concepts of latitude and longitude stand as fundamental principles guiding us across the complex surface of our planet. These two sets of lines not only demarcate positions on Earth but also play a pivotal role in the fields of GPS technology, time zones management, and global […]

Jenn Chu

Why Route Optimization is Critical for Operational Success

In today’s fast-paced business landscape, route optimization software and APIs offer a game-changing solution for enhancing operational efficiency and driving cost savings. When your drivers have hundreds, if not thousands, of destinations or clients to visit, planning routes manually becomes a time-intensive and inefficient solution. Route optimization benefits extend far beyond just reducing travel distance […]

Jenn Chu

The Science Behind GPS: How Does It Work?

The Satellite Network GPS operates through a constellation of satellites that are strategically positioned in medium Earth orbit. This network includes at least 24 operational satellites at all times, ensuring global coverage and providing users with precise navigation and timing services 1. Each satellite orbits the Earth approximately twice a day at an altitude of about […]

Jenn Chu