ZF Aftermarket has launched Vandy, a smart fleet management solution to maximise vehicle uptime and reduce costs.
It will “transform how fleet managers maintain and monitor their vehicles,” the supplier says. Vandy delivers real-time tracking, automated maintenance scheduling and streamlined issue management to keep fleets running smoothly. ZF Aftermarket adds that use of the all-in-one platform “can improve efficiency, cut repair costs, and enhance driver safety.”
Vandy recognises that managing a fleet brings increasing challenges, from ensuring vehicle safety and minimising downtime to controlling costs and staying compliant.
The platform addresses those via an all-in-one solution combining real-time insights, automated scheduling, and comprehensive maintenance tracking. It enables fleet managers to stay on top of preventive maintenance by automatically generating schedules based on manufacturers’ guidelines and sending timely reminders.
Such an approach helps to prevent unexpected breakdowns and costly repairs while keeping vehicles operating at peak performance, ZF Aftermarket adds.
Vandy also simplifies issue management by allowing fleet managers to rapidly identify and resolve problems before they escalate, ensuring that vehicle time off road is minimised.
A further key element of the platform is real-time tracking. It gives live data on location and odometer readings, enabling managers to make quick and informed decisions to keep operations running smoothly. Vandy also records trip details including mileage, routes and driver information to give a clear overview of how vehicles are used.
What is termed “a secure digital glovebox” is incorporated into the platform, allowing all important vehicle documents to be stored and accessed at any time.
Automated alerts notify management when those documents are about to expire, helping businesses to stay compliant and avoid last-minute issues.
Inspection management is made easier with the platform’s customisable digital checklists. Drivers can complete walk-around checks on any mobile device, and issues identified during that process can be logged directly for rapid resolution.
Vandy is designed to integrated seamlessly with existing vehicle telematics systems. For those models without built-in connectivity, ZF Aftermarket offers a simple plug-and-play hardware option. That allows businesses to track location, mileage and fuel consumption without complex installations.
Detailed reports on fleet performance, fuel efficiency and maintenance costs are generated, giving users the data required to optimise operations and minimise costs.
Speaking about the new product, ZF Services UK Head of Commercial Vehicle David Wakeling says: “Vandy gives businesses the tools they need to take control of their fleet’s performance and operating costs.
“By combining automation with real-time insights, we have created a solution that helps businesses to maximise uptime, reduce costs, and improve driver safety. Vandy makes fleet management easier, more efficient, and more transparent.”
