Alert Configuration
Set up speed alerts, maintenance reminders, and custom notification rules.
Last updated March 15, 2026
Open VTS includes a powerful notification engine that monitors vehicle events in real time and sends alerts via email, push notification, SMS, or webhook.
Built-in Alert Types
| Alert | Trigger | Typical Use |
|---|---|---|
| Speed | Vehicle exceeds configured speed limit | Safety compliance |
| Geofence Entry/Exit | Vehicle crosses a geofence boundary | Zone monitoring |
| Ignition | Engine turned on or off | Unauthorized use detection |
| Device Offline | No data received for configured period | Connectivity monitoring |
| Maintenance | Mileage or time threshold reached | Preventive maintenance |
| Fuel Drop | Sudden decrease in fuel level | Fuel theft detection |
| SOS / Panic | Driver presses SOS button | Emergency response |
Creating a Notification Rule
- Navigate to Settings → Notifications
- Click + Add Notification
- Select the alert type
- Choose target devices or groups
- Configure alert-specific parameters (e.g., speed limit value)
- Select notification channels
- Set the calendar schedule (optional — e.g., only during work hours)
- Click Save
Notification Channels
- Email — sent to one or more email addresses
- Push Notification — browser and mobile app
- SMS — requires SMS gateway configuration
- Webhook — POST JSON payload to any URL
Tip
Use webhooks to integrate alerts with Slack, Microsoft Teams, PagerDuty, or any automation platform.