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Speed governor supply and installation in Kenya

A speed governor, or speed limiter, physically limits how fast a vehicle can be driven. In Kenya, public service vehicles and heavier commercial vehicles must be fitted with one. Jendie Protracks supplies and installs speed governors and can combine them with GPS tracking.

Who it is for

  • Matatu, bus and other public service vehicle (PSV) owners
  • Owners of commercial vehicles above the regulated weight threshold
  • School and staff transport operators
  • Fleet operators who want speed limited by the vehicle, not only reported

The problem it solves

Speeding is a leading factor in serious crashes, and operators of regulated vehicles must keep a working speed governor fitted. An inspection failure or a faulty unit takes the vehicle off the road. Operators need a governor that is installed correctly, documented, and supported if it fails.

How it works

The process, step by step

  1. Step 01

    Requirement check

    We confirm the vehicle category and what must be fitted, and recommend a suitable unit.

  2. Step 02

    Installation

    A technician fits and calibrates the governor to the required set speed.

  3. Step 03

    Documentation

    You receive the installation documents and the unit's details for your records and inspections.

  4. Step 04

    Support

    If the unit develops a fault, contact our Thika office for diagnosis and repair.

Read how the Jendie tracking system works end to end.

Capabilities

What you can do

Speed limiting
The vehicle's top speed is held at the set limit.
Calibration
The unit is calibrated to the vehicle at installation.
Combined with tracking
Add GPS tracking to see the vehicle's location and speed history as well.

Hardware and software

What is installed, and what you use

Hardware

A speed governor unit suited to the vehicle. Model details are provided with your quote.

Software

When combined with tracking, speed history and over-speed alerts appear in the Jendie platform.

See the app and platform

Installation

Installation is required and is carried out by a technician. The vehicle needs to be available for the installation and calibration. Book a slot with our office.

Compliance

Under the Traffic (Amendment) Rules, 2013 (Legal Notice No. 219 of 2013), public service vehicles and commercial vehicles with a tare weight above 3,048 kg must be fitted with a speed governor that limits the vehicle to a maximum of 80 km/h. Requirements can change, so confirm the current rules for your vehicle with the National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA).

Source: Traffic (Amendment) Rules, 2013 — Legal Notice No. 219 of 2013

Key benefits

  • Meets the fitting requirement for regulated vehicles
  • Limits top speed in the vehicle itself
  • Installation and documentation handled in one visit
  • Local support from Thika if the unit develops a fault

What is included

  • Speed governor unit
  • Installation and calibration
  • Installation documentation
  • After-sales support
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Questions about speed governors

Which vehicles need a speed governor in Kenya?

Public service vehicles and commercial vehicles with a tare weight above 3,048 kg are required to have one, limited to a maximum of 80 km/h. Confirm the current requirement for your vehicle with NTSA.

Is a speed governor the same as a GPS tracker?

No. A speed governor limits the vehicle's speed. A GPS tracker reports where the vehicle is and how it is driven. Many operators fit both, and we can install them together.

Which speed governor model do you install?

We confirm the make, model and approval details in your quote, so you know exactly what is being fitted before installation.

Ready to talk about speed governors?

Tell us what you need to protect or manage. We reply within one business day with a recommendation and a written quote.

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