About
Kevin Buchaly is a Software Project Specialist in the Software Development Department at Geotab, focusing on technology development and software documentation. With a background in chemical engineering, Kevin has written for the Geotab blog on the chemistry of diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) and is interested in automotive software innovation.
Expertise
- Fleet Management Software
- Software Project Management
- Telematics
Education
- The University of Waterloo, Bachelor of Applied Science, Chemical Engineering
Publications
What is DEF? How diesel exhaust fluid works and why it's essential for fleets
DEF (Diesel Exhaust Fluid) is a solution of 32.5% urea and 67.5% deionized water injected into diesel exhaust to reduce nitrogen oxide (NOx) emissions by up to 90% via Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR).
July 16, 2025
4 minute read
VIN number lookup: How to check fleet vehicle history and specs
Managing VIN records is only one part of maintaining accurate fleet documentation. Learn how electronic logbooks help centralize vehicle, driver and compliance data while reducing paperwork and improving operational visibility.
June 11, 2020
8 minute read
Engine light worries? Not me.
Every now and then your vehicle does try to tell you that something seriously bad is about to happen
July 22, 2015
1 minute read