Protecting Your Car
Safeguarding Your Second Biggest Investment: Your Car. It is crucial not to overlook the significance of accurate record-keeping, especially when it comes to one's second biggest investment: a new car. In this digital age, relying on car dealers for document storage is no longer sufficient, and that is where drivers rely on an auto-tech app to manage driver information, car documents, proof of insurance, service and driving records.
The Limitations of Car Dealer Record-Keeping
Car dealers are legally required to retain original documents for a period of 7 years, some at 18 months. However, what happens after this period? More importantly, what about subsequent service records, accident reports, insurance history, and other essential documents related to your car? These records are invaluable, especially when it comes to selling your car or making insurance claims. Relying solely on the car dealer's record-keeping practices may leave you vulnerable and without crucial information once the initial 7 years have passed.
The Need for a Digital Vault: A Secure Solution for Record-Keeping
To ensure the safety and accessibility of your car-related documents, it is imperative to consider a digital vault. A digital vault provides a secure and centralized location to organize, store, and retrieve records in any eventuality. By adopting a digital solution like AutoVault™, you gain complete control over your car's documentation, irrespective of the car dealer's storage practices. This is particularly crucial for maintaining the value of both new and used cars, considering that many families have family members with a collections of cars.
Simplifying Record Management
AutoVault™ is a revolutionary service designed specifically to address the challenges associated with car document management. This innovative solution allows you to maintain records not only for your car but also for every car in your household, providing a comprehensive record-keeping system tailored to your specific needs. With AutoVault™, you can effortlessly store and organize service records, accident reports, insurance history, and other critical documents related to your cars.
Benefits of AutoVault™
By implementing AutoVault™ for your car-related record-keeping, you ensure you’re your second most valuable asset is well-maintained and safeguarded. Here are some key benefits of using AutoVault™:
1. Organization: AutoVault™ enables systematic categorization and easy retrieval of records, ensuring all documents are readily available when needed.
2. Accessibility: Having records stored digitally means they can be accessed from anywhere, at any time, using a secure login. This is particularly valuable in emergency situations or when traveling.
3. Privacy and Security: AutoVault™ employs robust encryption and security measures to protect sensitive information from unauthorized access, ensuring confidentiality.
4. Value Preservation: Accurate records contribute to maintaining a car's value, facilitating potential resale or insurance claims with accurate documentation.
In addition to the features provided by AutoVault™, it's worth mentioning other connected services available in the automotive industry. For example, OnStar, a registered trade name, has been a pioneer in making driving safer, easier, and better. However, OnStar is being replaced by Maps+, which offers Connected Services plans from GM. According to a GM vice-president, customers seek an easy and convenient in-vehicle experience that improves over time. The costs for these services range between $15 and $45 per month, and cars later than 2018 are eligible to upgrade from OnStar.
Furthermore, Toyota's Safety Connect is designed to be there for the driver in the event of an emergency, providing an additional safety feature for car owners to consider.
Curt Doty, CMO of AutoVault™, says, “With the introduction of AutoVault™, you have access to an efficient and secure system that simplifies record management, ensuring that all car-related documents are organized, saved safely, and easily retrievable. By utilizing AutoVault™, you help maintain your valuable assets, whether new or used, and ensure your records remain intact throughout your ownership journey.
Becky Wanta, CTO of AutoVault™ adds, “AutoVault™ is a One-Stop Shop that simplifies the management and storage of car and driver information in a cloud-based digital vault. Using advanced cross-device cloud sync, AutoVault™ conveniently manages activities of all the vehicles and drivers in your family. The app uses JourneyIQ for trip management, biometrics for user identity, conversational discovery, VOL for electric car energy oversight and so much more.
For more information about AutoVault™ or if you are interested in investing, please contact info@getautovault.com. or visit www.getautovault.com today.
About the Author
Betsy Ehrenberg is the CEO of AutoVault™, and is a business leader and innovator in the tech industry. She has successfully started, built and sold two software companies. Her first Silicon Valley venture was Operations Control Systems, a software company providing performance and security services to Fortune 50 companies, later sold to Cisco Systems, Inc. In 2003, she founded Veriden, providing biometric identification to secure financial transactions in the payment processing space. In addition to her business acumen for software companies, she has also and founded two non-profits providing art business education.