Tachograph (Noun)
Meaning
A tachometer that produces a graphical record of its readings; used to record the speed and duration of trips in a motor vehicle.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The truck driver was required to keep a tachograph record of his hours of service and speed for each trip.
- The tachograph data revealed that the driver had exceeded the maximum allowed speed limit on several occasions.
- The company installed tachographs in all its vehicles to monitor driver behavior and improve road safety.
- The authorities used the tachograph records to investigate the cause of the accident and determine if the driver was at fault.
- The driver was fined for failing to keep accurate tachograph records, which is a serious offense under transportation regulations.