EROAD has received NZ Transport Agency (NZTA) approval for the release of two next generation telematics devices.
The CoreHub Trailer device will be available commercially during February, offering RUC-compliant 4G trailer tracking to heavy fleets. CoreHub in-cab will be available later in 2024.
EROAD says the new generation CoreHub, acquired through the 2021 merger with Coretex, is its most advanced hardware.
It features additional built-in connectivity capable of pulling data from the vehicle’s engine control module (ECM) and a network of Bluetooth sensors which can be used to improve fleet safety, efficiency and sustainability.
The CoreHub technology was originally designed and developed by Coretex for the North American market and has been refined by EROAD for the Australian and New Zealand market.
Chief executive Mark Heine says the needs of fleet managers are evolving, and technology solutions must keep up.
“The NZTA-approval of CoreHub is significant, as it assures customers that they can continue to rely on eRUC as they transition to our next generation hardware.
“Our next-generation device has the potential to deliver deeper insights into fleet operations, whether it’s through surfacing health metrics like engine temperature, or assurance data like trailer door status.
“We already know from our customers in North America, that the insights delivered through CoreHub can significantly improve business outcomes, and we look forward to bringing those benefits to our New Zealand customers,” Heine says.
Since its establishment in 2010, EROAD has processed over $5.5 billion in electronic RUC payments. The company has handled 41.7% of all RUC licenses in the last 12 months, equating to 88.6% of electronic RUC licenses issued.
The company says it will use its expertise in delivering commercial eRUC as upcoming changes will see the introduction of RUCs for electric vehicles.
Key Features of the EROAD CoreHub Trailer:
- Next-Generation Connectivity: equipped with new-generation connectivity for advanced fleet management solutions.
- Paperless RUC Compliance: eliminates the need for paper RUC labels, reducing administrative burdens and non-compliance risks.
- RUC purchasing automation: EROAD enables businesses to automate the renewal of RUC licenses, reducing reliance on manual checks and providing added value.
- Advanced Trailer Monitoring: connects to trailer Electronic Braking Systems (EBS) for advanced servicing and maintenance. Bluetooth connectivity integrates with a network of sensors, including door sensors and barrel rotation sensors.
