As Featured in FleetPoint: Why PIN Keypads Are Replacing iButton and RFID Systems
- Joseph Cimand
- Jun 18
- 2 min read
Tracking Hardware UK CEO Joseph Cimand was featured in FleetPoint this week, writing about why PIN keypads are replacing iButton and RFID systems for driver identification in fleet management.
The article covers the core flaw shared by token-based systems: an iButton or RFID card proves a token is in the vehicle. It says nothing about who is driving. Tokens get lost, left at home, and — critically — shared between drivers.
A PIN keypad resolves this. The driver enters a unique PIN directly into the keypad — no token to lose, share, or forget. Modern keypads connect via 1-Wire or RS-232, the same interfaces used by iButton, meaning the upgrade is compatible with existing Teltonika, Queclink, and other major telematics platforms.
Browse our complete range of driver identification keypads — compatible with Teltonika, Queclink, and Ruptela trackers. Popular models include the GC-2673 IP68 Keypad with NFC Reader and the EC-19521 10-Digit PIN Keypad, available now from UK stock.
All Teltonika and Queclink devices we supply are fully unlocked — not tied to any specific telematics platform or fleet management software. You are free to use them with any compatible platform.
Further Reading
If you found this article useful, these related guides may also help: Driver ID Keypads vs RFID Readers — What Is a Driver Identification Keypad? — Driver ID Keypad Compatibility Guide.
If you are looking for a wireless driver identification option, Tracking Hardware UK also manufactures the Bluetooth BLE Driver Notification Keypad (NN21382). It connects wirelessly via Bluetooth Low Energy and is fully compatible with Teltonika and Queclink GPS trackers, with no additional wiring required — making it an ideal choice for retrofit installations or fleets that prefer a cable-free driver ID setup.
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