Complete Vehicle & Equipment Management
HVI's vehicle management platform provides a comprehensive system of record for your entire fleet. Track, manage, and optimize every vehicle and piece of equipment from a centralized digital platform that replaces spreadsheets, paper logs, and disconnected systems.
Why Vehicle Management Matters
Effective vehicle management is the foundation of successful fleet operations. Without a centralized system, fleet managers struggle with outdated information, missed maintenance, compliance gaps, and inefficient asset utilization. HVI transforms scattered data into organized, actionable intelligence that reduces costs, improves uptime, and ensures regulatory compliance.
Fleet Assets Managed
Centralized Data
One platform for all vehicle information, documents, and history
Real-Time Updates
Instant visibility into vehicle status, location, and maintenance needs
Mobile Access
Manage your fleet from anywhere with iOS and Android apps
Core Vehicle Management Features
Everything you need to track and manage your fleet assets
Comprehensive Vehicle Profiles
Maintain detailed digital profiles for every asset in your fleet. Store all critical information in one centralized location, eliminating scattered spreadsheets and lost paperwork.
VIN Decoder Integration
Automatically pull 90+ vehicle specifications using VIN number
Custom Fields
Add unlimited custom data fields for your specific needs
Bulk Import
Upload existing fleet data from Excel spreadsheets
Photo Management
Attach multiple photos and documents to each vehicle
Store Everything
License and registration info, warranty details, loan/lease data, telematics data, group/location, important documents, maintenance schedules, and custom notes—all in one place.
Vehicle Profile Contains
Basic Information
Make, model, year, VIN, license plate, color, type
Specifications
Engine, transmission, capacity, dimensions, weight
Financial Data
Purchase price, depreciation, loan/lease terms, TCO
Documents
Registration, insurance, warranty, manuals, photos
Assignment
Current driver, department, location, status
Activity History
Inspections, maintenance, fuel, issues, assignments
Easy Vehicle Assignment & Scheduling
See all of your driver assignments in a calendar view and manage them with ease. Track who's using each vehicle, when, and optimize asset allocation based on utilization data.
- Assign vehicles to specific drivers or operators with start and end dates
- Calendar view shows current and upcoming assignments at a glance
- Assignment history tracks every vehicle-driver pairing over time
- Availability dashboard identifies which vehicles are available, assigned, or in maintenance
- Utilization reporting shows which assets are overused or underutilized
Make the Best Use of Your Assets
Identify underutilized assets to reduce fleet size, or reassign vehicles to maximize productivity and reduce idle time.
Assignment Status Dashboard
Recent Assignments
Track Vehicle Location & Activity
Your fleet vehicles are constantly on the move. HVI tracks where they've been based on tasks and activities performed throughout the day—vehicle inspections, fuel ups, GPS tracking data, and service work.
Inspection-Based Location
GPS coordinates captured with every mobile inspection
Fuel Transaction Location
Track where vehicles are fueling up automatically
Service Location Tracking
Record location when maintenance is performed
GPS Integration
Connect with telematics for real-time location data
Interactive Map View
Filter location history by type (inspection, fuel, service, GPS) or date and time. Pan and zoom on an interactive map to see where each vehicle has been.
Location History Example
Morning Inspection
8:15 AMMain Yard - 123 Industrial Blvd
PassedJob Site Arrival
9:45 AMConstruction Zone - 456 Main St
Fuel Purchase
12:30 PMShell Station - 789 Highway 45
45 gallonsSecond Job Site
2:15 PMWarehouse Project - 321 Oak Ave
Post-Trip Inspection
5:30 PMMain Yard - 123 Industrial Blvd
PassedDigital Vehicle Inspections
Maintain compliance and eliminate pencil whipping with electronic vehicle inspections. Customizable inspection forms for any vehicle type, completed on mobile devices with automatic compliance tracking.
- Customizable checklists for pre-trip, post-trip, DVIR, DOT, and safety inspections
- Mobile app functionality with photos, voice notes, and digital signatures
- Offline capability - complete inspections without internet, sync automatically
- One-click work orders from failed inspection items
- Complete inspection history with audit trails for DOT/OSHA compliance
Inspection compliance rate
More issues caught early
Inspection Workflow
Select Vehicle & Checklist
Driver opens mobile app and chooses vehicle and inspection type
Complete Inspection Items
Mark each item as pass/fail, add photos and voice notes
Digital Signature
Inspector signs electronically with timestamp and GPS location
Auto-Generate PDF
Signed PDF report created instantly, stored in cloud
Failed Items Alert
Automatic notifications sent to maintenance team
Create Work Order
One-click conversion of failed items to maintenance work order
Track Vehicle Issues & Problems
Surface issues quickly and keep your fleet compliant and safe. Report problems instantly from the field, track resolution status, and maintain complete documentation of every issue.
Report from Anywhere
Drivers, operators, or mechanics can flag issues via mobile app with photos and details
Instant Notifications
Maintenance team gets real-time alerts when critical issues are reported
Priority Categorization
Tag issues by severity (critical, high, medium, low) for proper prioritization
Convert to Work Orders
Create maintenance work orders directly from issues with one click
Issue Status Tracking
Issue Dashboard Example
Open Issues
In Progress
Resolved
Recent Issues
Truck #45 - Brake Warning Light
Reported by John DoeExcavator #12 - Hydraulic Leak
Reported by Mike JohnsonVan #8 - AC Not Working
Reported by Sarah SmithComplete Vehicle Lifecycle Management
Take the guesswork out of fleet vehicle replacement with data-driven lifecycle tracking from acquisition to disposal
Acquisition
Record purchase details, financing, warranty data, and initial setup. VIN decoder auto-imports specifications.
Operations
Track daily usage, inspections, maintenance, fuel, costs, and utilization throughout operational life.
Replacement
Know when to replace based on TCO, age, condition, and cost trends. Generate history reports for resale.
Data-Driven Replacement Decisions
- Track TCO in real-time to identify when vehicles become expensive to operate
- Monitor cost per mile trends to spot deteriorating vehicle performance
- Create tailored replacement timelines based on your fleet's actual usage and costs
- Use historical data to inform asset purchasing strategy for better ROI
Replacement Indicators
Unlock Powerful Fleet Insights
Turn your fleet data into actionable intelligence with comprehensive reporting and analytics
Utilization Reports
Track which assets are overused or sitting idle
Cost Analysis
TCO, cost per mile, and expense breakdowns
Compliance Reports
Inspection status, overdue items, audit trails
Maintenance Analytics
Service frequency, downtime, vendor performance
Custom Report Builder
Create custom reports with the exact data you need. Filter by vehicle, date range, department, or any custom field. Schedule reports for automatic delivery to your inbox.
- Export options: PDF, Excel, CSV formats
- Scheduled delivery: Daily, weekly, or monthly automated reports
- Role-based access: Different views for executives, managers, and technicians
Data-Driven Decisions
Transform fleet data into strategic insights
Seamless Integration with Your Existing Systems
HVI connects with the tools you already use to create a unified fleet management ecosystem
Telematics & GPS Integration
Connect with Geotab, Samsara, Verizon Connect, and other telematics providers to automatically sync:
- Odometer readings and engine hours
- Vehicle location and geofence data
- Diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs)
- Fuel consumption and driving behavior
- Automatic maintenance triggers based on usage
Fuel Card Integration
Automatically import fuel transactions from major fuel card providers:
- Eliminate manual fuel entry
- Match transactions to specific vehicles
- Track fuel costs and consumption automatically
- Detect anomalies and potential fraud
- Reconcile fuel expenses effortlessly
Maintenance Shop Network
Connect with external service providers for seamless outsourced maintenance:
- Send work orders to approved vendors
- Receive real-time status updates
- Automatic invoice import and reconciliation
- Track external vs. internal maintenance costs
- Vendor performance analytics
OEM Telematics
Direct integration with equipment manufacturer systems:
- Caterpillar VisionLink integration
- John Deere Operations Center connectivity
- Hitachi, Komatsu, and other OEM systems
- Equipment health monitoring
- Predictive maintenance alerts
Measurable Results from Day One
Organizations using HVI's vehicle management platform see rapid ROI through improved efficiency and reduced costs
Efficiency Gains
Cost Reductions
Average ROI Timeline
Most fleets achieve full return on investment within the first quarter through efficiency gains and cost savings
Take Control of Your Fleet Today
Join over 100,000 users who have transformed their fleet management with HVI. Stop wrestling with spreadsheets and start managing your vehicles the modern way.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Vehicle management software is a comprehensive digital platform that helps organizations track, manage, and optimize their fleet assets throughout their entire lifecycle. It centralizes all vehicle data including inventory, assignments, inspections, maintenance history, compliance documents, costs, and utilization metrics.
HVI's vehicle management system provides real-time visibility into every aspect of your fleet, from acquisition and daily operations to maintenance scheduling and eventual disposal. The software eliminates spreadsheets and paper records, replacing them with automated workflows, mobile accessibility, and actionable insights that help reduce costs, improve safety, and maximize asset utilization.
HVI provides comprehensive vehicle assignment and utilization tracking through its integrated platform. Fleet managers can easily assign vehicles to specific drivers or operators, set assignment schedules, and track assignment history over time.
The system monitors vehicle usage through meter readings, hours of operation, and mileage data that can be entered manually or synced automatically from telematics devices. Utilization reports show which assets are being overused or underutilized, helping managers optimize fleet size and deployment.
Daily operator reporting features allow drivers to log their activities, work hours, and machine usage, providing real-time visibility into how assets are being utilized across your operation. This data helps identify opportunities to reduce idle time, improve asset allocation, and make informed decisions about fleet sizing.
Yes, HVI excels at vehicle inspection and compliance management. The platform provides customizable inspection checklists for all vehicle types, including pre-trip inspections, post-trip inspections, DVIR (Driver Vehicle Inspection Report) forms, DOT inspections, and periodic safety checks.
Inspections are conducted through the mobile app, allowing drivers and operators to complete them quickly in the field with photos, voice notes, and digital signatures. Failed inspection items automatically trigger alerts and can generate work orders with one click.
The system maintains complete inspection history for every asset, ensuring audit trail compliance with OSHA, DOT, and other regulatory requirements. Automated reminders ensure inspections are never missed, and real-time dashboards show compliance status across your entire fleet. All inspection records are stored in the cloud and can be accessed instantly for audits or reporting.
Vehicle lifecycle management is the strategic oversight of a fleet asset from initial acquisition through to final disposal. It encompasses every phase including purchase or lease, deployment and utilization, ongoing maintenance and repairs, performance monitoring, cost tracking, and eventual replacement or disposal.
HVI's lifecycle management features help you track total cost of ownership, monitor depreciation, analyze cost per mile trends, identify optimal replacement timing, and maintain complete documentation throughout the asset's life.
By understanding where each vehicle is in its lifecycle and how costs evolve over time, fleet managers can make data-driven decisions about when to repair versus replace, how to budget for future acquisitions, and how to maximize ROI on capital investments. Effective lifecycle management typically extends asset lifespan by 15-20% while reducing total ownership costs.
HVI provides comprehensive vehicle and equipment inventory management through a centralized digital platform. You can maintain detailed profiles for every asset including specifications, VIN numbers, license plates, registration details, photos, purchase information, warranty data, and custom fields specific to your operation.
The system supports bulk data upload from Excel for easy migration of existing fleet data. Each vehicle profile serves as a complete repository of information including assignment history, inspection records, maintenance history, parts consumed, fuel transactions, and associated documents.
The inventory module allows you to categorize vehicles by type, department, location, or custom groups, making it easy to filter and report on specific segments of your fleet. Real-time updates ensure your inventory data is always current, with automatic meter reading updates and maintenance status changes tracked in a complete audit log.
Yes, HVI integrates with various telematics and GPS systems to enhance vehicle management capabilities. These integrations enable automatic odometer and engine hour updates, eliminating manual data entry and ensuring accurate mileage tracking for maintenance scheduling and cost-per-mile calculations.
Telematics data can include vehicle location history, utilization metrics, diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs), and driving behavior information. HVI can work with popular telematics providers including Geotab and other GPS tracking systems.
The integration creates a comprehensive view of your fleet by combining operational data from telematics with maintenance, inspection, and cost data in HVI's platform. This unified approach provides better insights for decision-making, helps optimize routes and utilization, and ensures maintenance schedules are based on actual usage rather than estimates.
HVI is designed to manage virtually any type of vehicle or equipment across diverse industries. This includes:
- Heavy trucks, trailers, buses, vans, and passenger vehicles
- Construction equipment (excavators, bulldozers, loaders, cranes)
- Mining equipment and heavy industrial machinery
- Agricultural machinery (tractors, harvesters, sprayers)
- Utility vehicles and equipment
- Waste management trucks and refuse vehicles
- Oil and gas equipment and drilling rigs
- Forestry equipment and logging machinery
- Ground support equipment at airports
- Tools and specialized assets
The software's flexibility allows you to create custom inspection checklists, maintenance schedules, and data fields for any equipment type. Whether you manage a fleet of delivery vans, heavy construction equipment, or a mixed fleet with various asset types, HVI provides the tools to track, maintain, and optimize all of them from a single platform. The system scales from small fleets to large enterprises managing thousands of diverse assets.
HVI's vehicle issue management system provides a streamlined workflow from problem identification to resolution. Issues can be reported by anyone in your organization through the mobile app or web portal - drivers can flag problems during inspections, operators can report concerns during daily use, and maintenance staff can document findings.
Each issue is logged with details including description, severity, photos, and affected vehicle. Issues can be categorized and prioritized, with automatic notifications sent to relevant team members. The system tracks the complete lifecycle of each issue from 'open' to 'in progress' to 'resolved,' maintaining a detailed audit trail.
Issues can be converted into work orders with a single click, automatically populating repair details and linking to the originating inspection or report. Real-time dashboards show all open issues across the fleet, helping managers prioritize repairs and prevent small problems from becoming major breakdowns. Historical issue data helps identify recurring problems and chronic vehicle concerns.