Press Release Commercial Vehicle Show 2012 – Speed Dating Press Conference Digital Tachographs and The Future of Telematics VDO have been manufacturing and supplying Tachographs since their introduction into the transport World. With the arrival of Digital Tachographs in 2006 operators now appreciate the many advantages of incorporating telematics technology into their existing digital tachograph systems …. Birmingham, United Kingdom, 22nd February 2012. VDO recently launched the TISTrack and Trace product to the marketplace which incorporates existing Digital Tachograph data already being collected and then adding extra vehicle and Driver data. This then gives the Operator the opportunity to track and trace their vehicles showing where their vehicles are located currently and where they have been historically in a simple and easy to understand way. This is perfect for creating exact information about the location of deliveries plus the estimated delivery times for the customer giving the ultimate service possible. The solution can be used on any PC, iphone or ipad with internet connectivity and is designed for small to medium sized fleets that wish to enter the telematics World at a basic entry level. A more comprehensive telematics solution is also offered with the Qualcomm brand as VDO in conjunction with the telematics software provider Qualcomm have a more advanced solution to their telemetry product portfolio “Qualcomm OmniExpress”. This solution has been developed for Fleet Managers to automatically and remotely download mass memory data and access it through their VDO TIS-Web account. This means that tachograph data is being analysed and archived plus it has the additional real-time Your contact: Jackie Dougall, Tel; 0121 326 1264 tracking and tracing of the vehicles route, and historical vehicle location information. The Qualcomm product also gives you start, stop times, fuel usage, driver behavior such as harsh braking and speeding and much more. This solution has been designed for large fleet operators in that need more detailed information. VDO from Tachographs to Data Management to Fleet software solutions. The company that meets your business issues each time every time. For further information please call: Kevin Green on 07787 103279. About Continental With sales of €30.5 billion in 2011, Continental is among the leading automotive suppliers worldwide. As a supplier of brake systems, systems and components for powertrains and chassis, instrumentation, infotainment solutions, vehicle electronics, tires and technical elastomers, Continental contributes to enhanced driving safety and global climate protection. Continental is also an expert partner in networked automobile communication. Continental currently has approximately 164,000 employees in 46 countries. The Automotive Group with its three divisions Chassis & Safety (sales of approximately €5.8 billion in 2010, 30,000 employees), Powertrain (sales of approximately €4.7 billion in 2010, 27,000 employees) and Interior (sales of approximately €5.5 billion in 2010, 30,000 employees) achieved sales of approximately €16 billion in 2010. The Automotive Group is present in more than 170 locations worldwide. As a partner of the automotive and commercial vehicle industry, it develops and produces innovative products and systems for a modern automotive future, in which cars provide individual mobility and driving pleasure consistent with driving safety, environmental responsibility and cost-efficiency. Within the Continental Interior Division the Commercial Vehicles & Aftermarket Business Unit accommodates the specific requirements of the commercial vehicle, special vehicle and aftermarket sector. A global network of sales and service companies ensures proximity to local customers. Covering the product brands Continental, VDO, ATE and Barum the Business Unit offers electronic products, systems and services for commercial and special vehicles, a broad selection of products for specialized workshops and spare parts for the Independent Aftermarket and the Original Equipment Services after end of series production of the vehicle manufacturer. Your contact: Jackie Dougall, Tel; 0121 326 1264 Contact for journalists: Jackie Dougall Marketing Manager Continental Automotive Trading UK Ltd 36 Gravelly Industrial Park Birmingham B24 8TA Phone: 0121 326 1264 Fax: 0121 326 1298 jackie.dougall@continental-corporation.com www.dtco.co.uk Your contact: Jackie Dougall, Tel; 0121 326 1264