Hunter Engineering announced a new integration of its unmanned inspection equipment with Dealerlogix, a provider of fixed ops software for automotive dealerships, and its all-in-one service workflow suite.
The partnership is said to help dealership service departments increase alignment and tire sales by providing instant access to Hunter Quick Check Drive autonomous inspection data from Dealerlogix’s fixed ops software, according to a press release from Hunter Engineering.
“Our mutual customers have been asking for this integration to enhance dealer profitability, shop efficiency and the customer experience,” said Alan Hagerty, Hunter product manager for partner integrations. “We’re happy to make that a reality with Dealerlogix by connecting the service lane, parts department and technicians to increase satisfaction, retention and profitability.”
Hunter’s Quick Check Drive autonomous inspection system is designed to provide quick, accurate, and detailed alignment and tire tread measurements as the vehicle drives through the service lane. Dealerlogix offers accurate service scheduling and dual sales presentation processes that combine a high-touch, tablet-driven service lane experience with an interactive multipoint inspection process that transforms repair recommendations into a digital shopping cart experience.
Together, the integration means inspection data transmits to Dealerlogix automatically once a vehicle passes through Quick Check Drive.
Matched by VIN, the real-time data flow populates alignment status and tire tread depth measurements, instantly documenting the walkaround for advisors and multipoint inspection for technicians.
The data then becomes easily accessible to service advisors and the vehicle owner, saving time, and increasing ease of use through superior automation, notes the press release.
“Research tells us that tire sales are the number-one point of defection to the aftermarket for dealer service customers, which is why we’re extremely excited about this new integration with Hunter Engineering,” said Euwart Anderson, Dealerlogix’s executive vice president and general manager.
