German firm ZF Aftermarket has unveiled a smart fleet manager to increase uptime and reduce operating costs.

Called Vandy, it provides real-time tracking, automated maintenance scheduling and streamlined issue management to keep fleets running smoothly.

Managing a fleet comes with increasing challenges, from ensuring vehicle safety and reducing downtime to controlling costs and staying compliant with regulations. Vandy addresses these issues by combining real-time insights, automated scheduling and comprehensive maintenance tracking in one platform.

Vandy helps fleet managers stay on top of preventive maintenance by automatically generating maintenance schedules based on manufacturer guidelines and sending timely reminders. This helps prevent unexpected breakdowns and costly repairs while keeping vehicles operating at peak performance.

The platform also simplifies issue management, allowing fleet managers to identify and resolve problems quickly before they escalate, ensuring vehicles spend less time off the road.

Its real-time tracking capability provides live data on vehicle location and odometer readings, allowing fleet managers to make quick, informed decisions to keep operations running smoothly.

Vandy also offers a secure digital glovebox, where all important vehicle documents can be stored and accessed at any time. Automated alerts notify managers when documents are about to expire, helping businesses stay compliant and avoid last-minute issues.

Inspection management is also made easier with customisable digital checklists. Drivers can complete inspections on any mobile device, and any issues identified can be logged directly in the platform for quick resolution.

The platform records trip details, including mileage, routes and driver information, giving businesses a clear overview of how their vehicles are being used.

Vandy is designed to integrate seamlessly with existing vehicle telematics systems but, for vehicles without built-in connectivity, ZF Aftermarket offers a plug-and-play hardware option. This allows businesses to track vehicle location, mileage and fuel consumption without complex installations.

The platform generates detailed reports on fleet performance, fuel efficiency and maintenance costs, giving businesses the data they need to optimise their operations and reduce expenses.

“Vandy gives businesses the tools they need to take control of their fleet’s performance and operating costs,” said David Wakeling at ZF Group. “By combining automation with real-time insights, we are helping businesses maximise uptime, reduce costs and improve driver safety. Vandy makes fleet management easier, more efficient and more transparent.”

Suitable for van and car fleets of between ten and 100 vehicles, businesses can schedule a demonstration of Vandy by visiting www.vandy.pro.

With some 169,000 employees worldwide, ZF (www.zf.com) reported sales of €46.6bn in 2023. The company operates 162 production locations in 31 countries.