Hardware, telematics, and software from a single source – EU-compliant, scalable and ready to use. The VDO Ecosystem connects smart tachographs, download tools and plug & play telematics with the VDO Fleet cloud platform.
Why VDO Ecosystem?
- New functions relating to EU regulations such as cabotage, automatic recording of border crossings, working time regulations, and much more from DTCO 4.1 onwards. Includes transfer via BT to the app and upload to the cloud.
- Fast tachograph testing and calibration using the VDO WorkshopTab
- Remote download of tachograph data with the VDO fleet App or VDO Telematic, as well as their archiving and evaluation via VDO Fleet
- Integration of additional services via open interfaces with VDO Link
- Real-time status of vehicle locations, driving times, and rest periods with VDO Fleet Maps
- Cloud connectivity with the VDO Fleet platform
At the heart: the smart tachograph
The second-version smart tachograph VDO DTCO 4.1a and higher provides reliable driving and vehicle data (trusted data), supports remote checks by authorities using DSRC technology, and uses multiple motion signals (including KITAS 4.0 and GNSS). This means that all commercial vehicles in freight transport with a gross vehicle weight of 2.5 tons or more comply with EU requirements for recording driving and break times as well as rest periods, reducing the amount of monitoring and documentation required by fleet managers.
- Fully compliant with the amendments to EU Regulation 2016/799 as per ImplementingRegulation (EU) 2021/1228
- Standardized ITS interface for fleet management systems
- Supports control and data download via Bluetooth® and using the VDO Fleet App
- Automatic detection of border crossings
- Use of the OSNMA authentication service for Galileo position data
- Supports the extended driving and rest time rules for international journeys.
- Configurable warnings in accordance with Working Time Directive 2002/15 EC
- Extended input time for manual additions
- Future-proof with the legally required update function
VDO Workshop Solutions: Everything around tachographs
With VDO's Workshop Solutions, workshops can install, calibrate, test and document smart tachographs faster, more reliably and completely digitally. The solutions range from hardware and software to services and partner networks, ensuring that processes in commercial vehicle workshops run smoothly.
VDO WorkshopTab 2
The WorkshopTab 2 is the mobile all-in-one solution for tachograph testing directly on the vehicle. Guided test procedures (“Calibration Wizard”), integrated GNSS and DSRC checks, and digital documentation (including KITAS seal number) reduce sources of error and paperwork – and send test reports from the cloud to the printer at the touch of a button.
- Complete calibration directly on the truck, wireless and mobile.
- Digitally guided sequences with plausibility checks of new/old values.
- Integrated GNSS/DSRC testing and KITAS documentation – no additional device required.
- Immediate online processing and output of test reports
VDO Fleet Solutions: Additional hardware as the perfect complement
In addition to the smart tachograph, the VDO Ecosystem offers additional tools for seamless data collection, transmission and evaluation. They reduce manual effort, accelerate processes, and create the basis for end-to-end digital, legally
compliant data management.
VDO DLK Smart Download Key
The compact combination device reads mass storage devices and
driver cards and transfers the data via Bluetooth or USB interface to the VDO
Fleet App or the VDO Fleet Dashboard.
VDO Link: Plug & play telematics
The VDO Link connects the digital tachograph (from version DTCO 3.0 up) directly to the VDO Cloud – without permanently installed telematics or an extra workshop appointment. This means that tachograph data is available in real time for remote downloads and track & trace functions.
Remote DL 4G: Fixed-installation telematics
The Remote DL 4G hardware automatically downloads vehicle and driver card data on time – across Europe, without driver intervention. In conjunction with the VDO Fleet Remote Download Service, the files are archived on schedule. Position data can also be transmitted.
VDO Fleet Services – Digital platform for compliance in fleet management
With the VDO Fleet platform, fleet operators can manage their fleets centrally in the cloud. It connects hardware such as DTCO, VDO Link or DL4G with practical software modules – from tachograph management to maps to remote download – and reduces manual effort, sources of error, and the risk of fines throughout Europe. The result: streamlined processes, better scheduling, and reliable evidence – on the web and on the go.
- VDO Fleet Tachograph Management
- VDO Fleet Tachograph Live Services
- VDO Fleet Remote Download
VDO Fleet Tachograph Management
Compliance with EU and country regulations forhandling tachograph data. Reminders for tachograph data downloads, tachograph calibration, and card validity. Overview of violations, their severity and timing for targeted training. Information on driver and vehicle utilization for better scheduling. With VDO Fleet Tachograph Management, fleet managers have everything at a glance – the ideal tool for conveniently managing compliance, planning and evaluation in day-to-day business.
- Download reminders and automated control in conjunction with telematics
- Legally compliant archiving and analysis
- Working hours in accordance with national legislation
- Violation alerts
- VDO fine catalog
- Scorecards
- Important reminder functions
VDO Fleet Tachograph Live Services
With VDO Fleet Tachograph Live Services—such as VDO Fleet Maps or driver availability—fleet managers gain near real-time insight into their fleet. This allows delays to be identified early on, scheduling to be made more efficient, and free capacity to be used for additional orders.
- Comprehensive overview of vehiclelocations and routes
- Better planning thanks to historical and real-time data
- Better coordination of loading and unloading processes and shorter waiting times
- Compliance with legal requirements thanks to live availability of remaining driving time per driver
VDO Fleet Remote Download
With VDO Fleet Service Remote Download and our VDO Link or Remote DL 4G hardware, driver and vehicle data is automatically transferred to the VDO Fleet Cloud at specified times and from all European countries. Manual downloads are no longer necessary, and separate schedules are a thing of the past.
Want to learn more?
Contact our VDO expert team.