Reynolds and Reynolds' Networkcar Adds Satellite Option

TAMPA, Fla., Feb. 14 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Networkcar(R), a Reynolds and Reynolds company specializing in remote vehicle performance and location monitoring of fleets and passenger vehicles, today announced at the American Trucking Associations' Annual Technology and Maintenance Council Meeting and Exhibition that it will be expanding its offering to include a satellite option for complete U.S. coverage.

Customers will now have the option to select satellite coverage for those vehicles operating outside of current terrestrial network coverage.

"We have added a satellite option in response to growing demand from a select portion of our customer base," said Dave Dutch, president of Networkcar. "As terrestrial-based systems continue to expand coverage, the need for satellite doesn't impact most of our customers, but we feel it is important to provide a satellite coverage option for those customers with vehicles operating primarily in remote, rural areas."

By providing the option of two networks, Networkcar customers can select the more affordable terrestrial coverage for the majority of their fleet and equip the remaining remotely-located vehicles with satellite coverage. This allows the customer to choose the most affordable coverage option for each vehicle yet still manage the location and performance of the entire fleet using the same hosted software.

The Networkfleet(R) Vehicle Management System offers a variety of features including:

- Route Monitoring for efficient dispatch and routing using a Web-based GPS mapping solution. - Remote Vehicle Diagnostics for enhanced vehicle performance and preventative maintenance through trouble-code, mileage and vehicle speed exception notifications. - Metrics Reporting for improved mobile workforce productivity in the field using a suite of on-demand and exception based reports. - Asset Protection through the use of GPS technology and a 24/7 call center for immediate assistance in the event of a vehicle theft or emergency.

Networkcar is exhibiting at the American Trucking Associations' Annual Technology and Maintenance Council Meeting and Exhibition, which is being held from February 15-18 in Tampa, Florida.

About Networkcar

Networkcar ( http://www.networkcar.com/ ) is the leading provider of around-the-clock services for remotely monitoring the performance, location and security of fleet and consumer vehicles. Networkcar's vehicle management system merges patented remote diagnostic systems with gps-based Automatic Vehicle Location (AVL) technology. Fleet operators and car owners have access to vehicle location information online, Smart Roadside Assistance, stolen vehicle recovery services and vehicle performance updates. Networkcar helps fleet operators reduce operating costs and improve productivity by providing detailed online information ranging from stop reports to fuel efficiency trend data. With Networkcar, fleets and car owners can increase safety and security, save time and reduce costs with preventive maintenance and early problem detection. The company recently received a 2004 Technology Leadership Award from Frost and Sullivan for Remote Vehicle Diagnostics (RVD) and a 2004 Telematics Update Magazine Award for Best Commercial Vehicle Solution. The company is headquartered in San Diego, CA.

About Reynolds

Reynolds and Reynolds ( http://www.reyrey.com/ ) is the leading provider of integrated solutions that help automotive retailers manage change and improve their profitability. Serving the automotive retailing industry since 1927, Reynolds enables OEMs and retailers to work together to build the lifetime value of their customers. The company's award-winning product, service and training solutions include a full range of retail and enterprise management systems, Web and Customer Relationship Management solutions, learning and consulting services, documents, data management and integration, networking and support and leasing services. Reynolds serves more than 20,000 customers. They comprise nearly 90 percent of the automotive retailers and virtually all OEMs doing business in North America. Reynolds serves automotive retailers and OEMs globally through its Incadea solution and a worldwide partner network, as well as through its consulting practice.