Make Your Vehicles Theft-Proof with Immobilization

 

Make Your Vehicles Theft-Proof with Immobilization

Did you know that vehicle theft is one of the least-solved crimes in India? Naturally, vehicle theft is a huge concern all fleet managers have to combat. After all, vehicles themselves cost so much but if stolen with consignment, the company will face massive repercussions. 

Therefore, if you use fleet management software or simply a GPS tracking system, you should choose one that comes with ample security features! 

A safety feature that does not come across as as powerful as it is is Immobilization. Want to know why? Read on!

How Does Vehicle Immobilization Work?

 Vehicle immobilization is a security process that requires only two things:

• An electrical immobilizer

• Software Integration

An electrical immobilizer is a small device that can prevent a motor vehicle’s engine from running. Only through a physical transponder i.e. key, or a software-integrated command will the immobilizer unlock and allow the engine to run. Therefore, if the immobilization feature is activated from the authorized software, it is impossible for the driver to run the engine.

According to research, immobilizers or the immobilization system for vehicle security allow a massive 40% drop in total vehicle theft.

 

How Can Fleet Managers Make the Best Use Out Of Immobilization?

As we mentioned, immobilization is a safety feature that might seem minuscule but is extremely powerful. Here are a couple of scenarios wherein the feature will come in handy for any fleet manager:

• Safeguarding consignment: In situations wherein the driver needs to be away from a consignment-carrying vehicle for a while, the immobilization feature ensures that nobody will not run the engine and hence, steal the vehicle with its consignment.
  
  

• Stop Unauthorized Use: If you believe your vehicle has already been stolen, you can use the remote immobilization feature to stop the vehicle right where it is. Through the live GPS tracking system, you can then retrieve the vehicle from its stationed location.  
  
  

• Instant Alerts: If you have immobilized a car and someone tries to turn on the ignition, you will get an alert of the unusual activity. Therefore, you can take appropriate measures to ensure that your vehicle and its consignment stay safe. 
  
  

• No Hassle Activation: As long as you are using the right and authenticated fleet management software, you will not need SMS verification which will lead to delayed action. Instead, the immobilization feature is high priority which will kill the engine’s power right when you need to. 

If you use software such as TrackoBit, you can combine several other features such as ‘nearby’ and geofence with immobilization and the most use of vehicle tracking. But, how?

If your driver needs to take a lunch break, you can look for the closest restaurant for them through the ‘nearby’ feature. By creating a geofence, you’ll know when the driver reaches and halts at the destination. You can then activate immobilization remotely while your driver takes a small break. 

If you want your vehicle to be completely theft-proof, immobilization is the feature to hunt for in your fleet management system.