Benefits to the fleet owner
Fact: Electronics provide information on the status of the mechanical & electronic systems in a vehicle. This information is now made visible and provides valuable information to effectively manage a fleet of vehicles.
The Remote Auto Diagnostic System allows for:
- The full bi-directional diagnosis of the vehicle electronics from a central diagnostic centre based in Gauteng.
- The vehicle can be situated anywhere in the country.
- Vehicle faults can be reset.
- The service is available on demand.
- The vehicle does not have to be moved.
- The system is totally plug & play.
- The system can is portable or can be installed in a vehicle permanently.
- No special skills or education required.
- Full reports are delivered directly after diagnosis was done.
- Data logging information could be available pending vehicle type.
- All information and reports are available 24/7 in a cloud based server.
APPLICATION | BENEFITS to the FLEET OWNER |
Delivery Inspection
THE BUYER |
· All vehicles can now be inspected before delivery is accepted. · Owners / Sellers can be advised on what actual faults needs to be repaired removing the uncertainties of what really has to be repaired. · Vehicles that are in bad neglect can be refused. · Vehicles in excellent state may attract an insurance discount. |
Regular Vehicle Inspection
THE FLEET MANAGER
THE MAINTENANCE TEAM PROCUREMENT TEAM |
· Regular vehicle inspections will ensure prompt in-time repairs of actual faults and NOT perceived faults. · Maintenance people will get accurate information repair requirements. · Replacement parts can be ordered in advance reducing vehicle down time. |
Pre-Inspection for Vehicle Test Station
FLEET MANAGER |
· Soon the new laws pertaining to annual / bi-annual vehicle inspections will come into effect. · Fleet Owners will now have a pre-inspection to ensure their vehicles pass the test station inspections first time. |
Vehicle Assessment after Accident, Incident or Service.
THE FLEET MANAGER
PROCUREMENT
REPAIR SERVICE PROVIDER (INHOUSE)
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· After an accident , incident or service the vehicle can be inspected / assessed in order to know the exact status of repairs required. · Parts can be ordered before the repairs start, reducing repair / waiting time. · Vehicle Rental times will be reduced. · Specific electronic airbag information is available without the need for an expensive physical inspection. · After repairs a vehicle can be inspected to verify that all work was done correctly. |
Combined Assessment with Fleet Owner and Service Provider.
FLEET MANAGER EXTERNAL SERVICE PROVIDER
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· By providing both the Owner and the service provider with the same accurate information, the quotation for repairs procedure is simplified and the need for additional claims vastly reduced. · Over repair is prevented. |
Reset of DTC’s (Diagnostic Trouble Codes)
MAINTENANCE TEAM FLEET MANAGER |
· Remote reset of DTC’s is possible. · This removes the need for the Fleet Owner to move the vehicle to the manufacturer dealer or call a technician. · The vehicle is NOT taken out of service. · This function may also remove the need for expensive part replacements. · Spurious glitches in the vehicle electronics is reset, preventing a service visit or expense. |
Confirmation of Service Provider repairs
FLEET MANAGER |
· Recorded confirmation of repairs done by the service provider as claimed. · A full report that documents the status of the vehicle at the time of delivery · A record to fall back onto in the event of warranty after repair disputes. |
Roadworthiness
FLEET MANAGER MAINTENANCE TEAM |
· Confirmation that the vehicle is electronically roadworthy. · Confirmation that all mechanical units attached to the electronic system is in good operating condition. |
CPA regulatory record keeping ADMINISTRATION |
· Proper record keeping of the complete process to enhance transparency as required by law. |
History
ADMINISTRATION MANAGEMENT |
· Building a complete history of vehicles for future reference purposes. · Advising on historic problems and repairs if so required. |
Above is but a few examples of how accurate information will improve efficiency, reduces risk and provide clarity for all participants in the Management of Fleet of Vehicles.