XATA to Launch Next-Gen Fleet Management Tools in For-Hire Market

MINNEAPOLIS, Oct. 5 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- XATA Corporation (Nasdaq: XATA),
the expert in fleet operations optimization, today announced during the
American Trucking Association (ATA) Management Conference & Exhibition that it
will roll out next-generation Fleet Performance Management (FPM) applications
and a new onboard computer (OBC) to enable XATA's fleet optimization solutions
for the for-hire trucking market.

To help for-hire companies make smart and informed decisions on using their
fleet assets, XATA is rolling out a series of leading application enhancements
over the next year. A trailer-tracking-and-reporting tool is scheduled for
release in late 2009, followed by electronic, graphical driver logs for the
for-hire market in early 2010. Later in 2010, XATA plans to deliver a complete
reporting and analytics package as part of its innovative FPM for-hire
solution. With these valuable applications in place, for-hire customers will
have access to powerful fleet- and business-insight capabilities, based on the
proven applications available in XATANET, which is designed for private
fleets.

XATA's new, non-proprietary onboard computer, supplied by global
mobile-communications leader, Digi International, will enable XATA to provide
a compact, ruggedized unit that will deliver the communications and navigation
technology currently available on XATA's MobileMax platform. It will also
offer a significant boost in processing power and an enhanced array of
communications specifically designed to meet the needs of the for-hire market.
This new platform, which works with XATA's existing family of in-cab color
displays, will offer electronic driver logs--backed by XATA's 20 years leading
the industry with electronic logs--trailer tracking, configurable dashboards
and fleet analytics, among other fleet optimization tools. This fulfills
XATA's strategy to provide the transportation market with hardware options
that provide its customers with the flexibility to choose the best platform
for their fleet operations environment.

"Rising costs and an ever-tightening compliance environment are forcing both
for-hire and private fleets to further optimize their operations," said Jay
Coughlan, president and CEO, XATA Corp. "Today, it's all about giving managers
and business leaders a timely, accurate read--from dispatch and vehicles to
drivers and compliance--on how their fleet operations are providing them with
a competitive advantage. Over the next year, our FPM solutions and
next-generation technology will help for-hire companies do a better job of
managing fleet and driver performance against their corporate strategic
goals."

Some high-level features and benefits of the new OBC include:

-- Supports ZigBee and WiFi wireless connectivity with low-power sensor
networks within and around vehicles to monitor such items as tires,
reefer units, door latches, temperature sensors, cargo sensors and
RFID
readers.
-- Supports both satellite and GPRS & CDMA cellular for instant,
always-on
multimode communications.
-- Supports CAN J1939 and J1708 vehicle bus-interfaces.

-- Ability to withstand the shock and vibrations found on heavy duty
trucks
with SAE1455 certifications.

"With this new onboard computer, we have the ability to take the for-hire
market well beyond what is available from competitors," said Tom Flies, senior
vice president of product management, XATA Corp. "By tapping the expertise
gained from nearly two decades of helping the country's largest private fleets
reduce costs, increase safety and enhance customer service, we have the talent
and track record to deliver leading-edge fleet management tools to serve the
for-hire market."

About XATA

Based in Minneapolis, Minnesota, XATA Corporation (Nasdaq: XATA) is an expert
in optimizing fleet operations by reducing costs and ensuring regulatory
compliance for the trucking industry. With the introduction of XATANET in
2004, our customers now have access to vehicle data anywhere, anytime, through
a fee-based subscription service. Our software and professional services help
companies manage fleet operations, enhance driver safety and deliver a higher
level of customer satisfaction. XATA provides expert services to develop the
business processes required to deliver the profitability, safety and service
level demanded by today's competitive transportation environments. XATA was
the first company to introduce electronic driver logs and exception-based
management reporting. For more information, visit www.xata.com or call
1-800-745-9282.

SOURCE XATA Corporation

Karl Nilsson of XATA Corporation, +1-952-707-5650, karl.nilsson@xata.com