Every year, Swedish companies lose thousands of Swedish kronor on incorrect driving records, benefit taxation and manual hassle. One electronic driving log solves all these problems by automatically recording every journey via GPS - without the driver lifting a finger. In this guide, we explain exactly how the technology works, what the tax authorities require, and which solution is best for your business.
An electronic logbook is a GPS-based device that connects to the company vehicle and automatically logs every journey. Unlike paper logbooks or Excel solutions, the driver never has to fill in anything manually - everything is recorded in real time and stored in the cloud.
The system records:
All data is available via app and browser, and can be exported as a report directly to the accounting system or in the event of a Tax Agency check.
A small GPS puck plugs into the car's OBD socket (located under the steering wheel in most cars), directly to the car battery, or via the 12V socket. Installation takes under a minute and requires no tools.
When the driver starts the car, the device starts recording the journey automatically. The GPS position is logged every 10 seconds and sent to the cloud via the mobile network (built-in SIM card). The driver never has to press a button.
Via geofence zones (e.g. home address = private, office = business), journeys are automatically classified. You can adjust in the app if the system missed it - but in practice it's right 95% of the time.
At the end of the month - or at any time - you can export a complete mileage log as a PDF or Excel file. The report contains all the information required by the Swedish Tax Agency, ready to be sent to the accountant or auditor.
The Swedish Tax Agency requires a logbook to contain the following information for each journey:
An electronic driving record with GPS fulfils all these requirements automatically. That's what makes it superior to manual methods - the margin of human error disappears completely.
Important: If the driving licence is not approved during the audit, the company risks back-taxation of the full value of the benefit plus tax penalties of up to 40 per cent. An electronic driving record is the best insurance against this.
| Property | Manual (paper/Excel) | Electronic (GPS) |
|---|---|---|
| Registration | Driver fills in after each journey | Automatic via GPS - zero manual labour |
| Precision | Incorrect in 30-50% of cases (forgetfulness, rounding) | GPS accurate, down to 10 metres |
| Time required | 5-10 min per day | 0 minutes - fully automatic |
| Skatteverket-secure | Often failed at audit | Fulfils all requirements |
| Cost | Free (but expensive in time) | From SEK 119/month per vehicle |
| Reports | Manual collation | Automatic export as PDF/Excel |
| Real-time overview | No, it is not. | Yes - map, position, status |
| Supplier | Price from | Installation | Binding period | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boomr Fleet | SEK 79/month | OBD / battery / 12V | No, it is not. | Swedish SMEs, company cars, fleets |
| ABAX | Quotation | OBD / fixed installation | 12 months | Large fleets, enterprise |
| WorkMirror | SEK 79/month | OBD | No, it is not. | Budget-conscious small businesses |
| Driver's note | 99 SEK/month | App (no device) | No, it is not. | Individual drivers, freelancers |
| GS Fleet | Quotation | OBD / fixed | 12-36 months | Fleet management, heavy vehicles |
Why Boomr Fleet stands out: No hidden costs, no lock-in period, Swedish support, and an app that works just as well for a tradesman with 2 cars as for a haulage company with 50. It also includes automatic congestion charge calculation and geofence - features that competitors charge extra for.
An electronic logbook is relevant for virtually all companies that have vehicles. But there are situations where it is extra important:
There are dozens of providers on the market. Here are the main factors to compare:
An electronic logbook is a digital solution that automatically records all journeys via a GPS device in the vehicle. It logs the start and end address, distance travelled, time and purpose - without the driver having to do anything manually.
Yes, an electronic logbook is accepted by the Swedish Tax Agency as long as it records all the required information: date, distance travelled, start and end address and purpose of the journey. Automatic GPS logging fulfils these requirements with higher precision than manual methods.
Prices range from €79 to €299 per month per vehicle depending on the provider and features. Boomr Fleet starts at €79/month with no start-up costs. Most providers offer a discount for additional vehicles.
Installation usually takes under a minute. A GPS device is plugged into the car's OBD socket (located under the steering wheel), to the car battery or via the 12V socket. The device starts logging automatically - no configuration is required in the car.
Yes, most electronic driving logs - including Boomr Fleet - automatically separate private and business trips via geofence zones and intelligent rules. You can also adjust manually in the app afterwards.
Without an approved logbook, the entire preferential value of the company car is taxed. In the event of an audit, the Swedish Tax Agency may also order additional taxation and a tax surcharge of up to 40 per cent of the amount withheld.
Ready to try? Try Boomr Fleet free for 30 days - no commitment period, no start-up costs. Plug in the device, start the car, done.
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