Autocom Diagnostics Partner at Automessen 2012
Automessen 2012 in Lilleström is the leading trade fair for automotive suppliers in Norway. This is an important meeting place for decision makers within the industry from Scandinavia – A melting pot for new ideas and concepts.Naturally Autocom was there, presented through Autocom’s major distributors in Scandinavia. This trade fair proved to be a success once again with many visitors who were interested to see Autocom´s new diagnostic products and services.
CDP+ together with its integrated solutions for passenger cars and commercial vehicles were well received among the visitors to the fair. Together with key features like Flight recorder, Multi Colour Indicator, LED light in the connector and our latest software release 3, demonstrations were in full speed at distributors’ stands. Many were interested and impressed with the Flight Recorder and the VIN number functionality and most of all, ease of usage with the software won the hearts of many.
AUTOCOM CELEBRATES 20 YEARS OF SUCCESS
AUTOCOM was founded in 1991, in a garage in Sjuntorp, just outside Trollhättan, by Bengt Andersson. Now, 20 years later, the company's world-class diagnostic products have put it firmly on the map.
An ability to predict the future of the automotive and vehicle diagnostics industry, as well as highly talented employees, constitute two key ingredients in AUTOCOM's recipe for success.
The anniversary was celebrated with a cruise to Tallinn in Estonia.
Foundation and growth
To have started out from a garage in Sjuntorp in 1991 and 20 years later to be an international group doing business globally - that suggests we've been doing something right, declares Bengt Andersson, founder and former CEO of the company, now working on development issues at Würth development company.
The company has grown along with our customers, both large and small, who have provided information on what workshops have asked for while at the same time being given very valuable input on our development work.
Some of the factors that have contributed to the company's growth are the innovations it has introduced to the market. AUTOCOM introduced the first multiplex connection, pocket PC-applikation, Original data and connector with LED-lighting.
AUTOCOM has grown by an average of 20% per year over the last 10 years, and if we can maintain this pace, we will see AUTOCOM secure a major international presence in the coming years. During 2011, AUTOCOM has employed another 9 staff, and its turnover has increased to almost SEK 100 million.
Factors for success
The company's success can be attributed to visionary thinking, intuition and an understanding of the user's workshop experience. Knowledge of how users perform diagnostics and a development department constantly at the cutting edge of technology create the conditions required to develop products and functions which, even before they are asked for, make diagnostics quicker, more reliable and more efficient. For vehicle owners, this means enhanced safety and less hassle on the road.
– One factor that has played a vital role is that, in the past, we concentrated on building the system around a Windows database, which meant that we didn't have a lot of hard-coding, and that was quite unusual in the early 90s.
– Another, and perhaps ultimately crucial factor for AUTOCOM's success has been its acquisition by Würth. This gives us endurance and knowledge which, along with their distribution network, completely change our presence in the market, explains Bengt Andersson.
Celebrations
To mark AUTOCOM's 20-year anniversary, the entire workforce was invited on a cruise to the beautiful Estonian capital, Tallinn. The event was a great success, with entertaining episodes in AUTOCOM's history presented during an evening of fine food and drink.
Moving forward
For AUTOCOM and its German parent company, it is important to preserve the company's origins. Swedish engineering has always has a special reputation abroad in terms of progression and innovation, and that heritage is something we want to continue to foster. Obviously, this goes hand in hand with knowledge and inspiration from our international partners.
– We are entering an exciting period with a strong owner, and this provides the right conditions to allow us to focus on what we do best: creating the best automotive diagnostic technology and the safest, most reliable conditions for vehicle owners. We will achieve this by continuing to ask questions and coming up with new, creative solutions while recruiting the cream of tomorrow's talent, states AUTOCOM's CEO, Lars Modig.
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AUTOCOM´S PRODUCTS LAUNCHED IN NORTH AFRICA
Moroccan TV and representatives from the technical university, the chamber of commerce and workshops were in attendance as AUTOCOM's new Moroccan distributor, Maroc Diag, launched AUTOCOM's diagnostic products for private and goods vehicles at a major event in Casablanca.
– We never dreamed we'd get this kind of attention when we decided to start investing in North Africa and Morocco, reveals Anders Malm, Sales Manager at Autocom. You can tell there are big things happening in this part of the world. Powerful forces are at work and we are pleased to be a part of it.
AUTOCOM's Sales Manager, Anders Malm, was accompanied in Morocco by Maroc Diag's Key Account Manager, Carola Nyvall. Here they answer questions about the market and conditions affecting vehicle diagnostics in Morocco.
Why are you choosing to establish yourselves in North Africa?
–AUTOCOM is currently in the middle of an intense period of activity, and is investing heavily in strengthening its global presence with a particular focus on emerging markets. Morocco is a good example of a market where AUTOCOM's products can make a big difference by offering quicker, more efficient diagnostics, and that means safer vehicles on the roads. The Moroccan vehicle fleet is a very good fit with the content of AUTOCOM's vehicle database - the ideal scenario for AUTOCOM's diagnostic products.
What is the situation in the Moroccan market?
–There are many European vehicles in Morocco - mostly French mid-range vehicles - and the fleet generally consists of newer vehicles. We see a lot of potential for our CARS and TRUCKS products, and are confident that Maroc Diag is the right partner for the job. Our aim is to become a widely recognised brand in Morocco.
Why has AUTOCOM chosen to work with Maroc Diag?
– Maroc Diag has the right industry contacts to sell our products, and they also offer customers excellent after-sales support. Maroc Diag sells our products primarily through training courses which they hold for workshop mechanics, however they also have their own sales network covering the whole of Morocco.
Maroc Diag works in an interesting way. They create demand for AUTOCOM products through training. Several workshops come together for training courses. There, they learn about AUTOCOM products, as well as how to carry out optimal diagnostics and get the most out of the products. They leave with practical knowledge that they can apply directly in the workshop. This creates benefits for users and a sound basis for the sale of diagnostic equipment.
How will you support Maroc Diag?
We will support Maroc Diag's operations by offering training for their staff, attending trade fairs and tailoring our products to market requirements. Our ability to tailor our products to the needs of the market is one of our main strengths as a supplier, and is appreciated by our own customers and suppliers all over the world.
The future
The future is looking very interesting in Morocco and North Africa. Countries are experiencing strong growth, new regimes have been born and democratic processes are emerging. You can tell there are big things happening in this part of the world. Powerful forces are at work and we are pleased to be a part of the developments.
See the photos from the launch in Casablanca on our Facebook page.
AUTOCOM IN ISTANBUL, 24-27 NOVEMBER-OTOMOTIV 2011
Autocom will be represented at OTOMOTIV 2011, 24-27 november in Istanbul by the Turkish distributor IC OTOMOTIV-(Automan)
Welcome to meet us in Hall 6, Stand number D02
Web : http://www.cnrotomotiv.com/
AUTOCOM 2011 Release 3 for CARS and TRUCKS
Autocom 2011 Release 3 for CARS and TRUCKS diagnostic software is ready for delivery in December. It is a great update with new functionality for many models. ISS – Intelligent System Scan is updated for several vehicle brands. Do you want to have more detailed information for each vehicle brand and model please read our newsletters;
AUTOCOM in Moscow, 13-17 september COMTRANS 2011
Autocom will be represented at COMTRANS 2011, 13-17 september in Moscow by the Russian distributor OOO Neo Systems.
Welcome to meet us in Pavilion 3 hall 15-1-1
http://comtrans.auto-fairs.com/
TRANSPORT 2011 - LILLESTRÖM, NORWAY
AUTOCOM will be represented at the TRANSPORT 2011 exhibition, 8-10 september 2011 in Lilleström, Norway. AUTOCOMS products will be exhibited by the Norwegian distributor Nordisk Diagnose Senter AS.
Welcome to stand B01-19
NEW BUSINESS AREA - VEHICLE INSPECTION SERVICES
The Vehicle Inspection Services business area has emerged as a natural development of AUTOCOM's range of products and services.
"After having worked on multibrand diagnostics for over 20 years, we have acquired a lot of knowledge and relevant experience of working in relation to statutory vehicle tests and inspections. The statutory requirements placed on our products and services will primarily concern the environment and safety," says Martin Ålund, Business Area Manager, Vehicle Inspection Services.
The business area will focus on offering niche products and services to companies and organisations that work on vehicle inspections in various ways. The services that will be offered include working as a partner on development projects, supplying knowledge and supplying content and software.
AUTOCOM's product GENERIC has been developed for this purpose and is used by Sweden's biggest inspection body for statutory periodic inspection, Svensk Bilprovning. Vehicle Inspection Services will also work closely with vehicle makers, the police and the military.
We will soon present more information regarding our new businessarea, Vehicle Inspection Services here at autocom.se.
HOW CDP+ WAS DEVELOPED
AUTOCOM's hardware department has been working for several years to develop the next generation of Vehicle Communication Interface – VCI, which is marketed under the name CDP+. In May, the new CDP+ was presented at AUTOCOM's distributor meeting in Stockholm before its commercial launch in July.
CDP+ was developed in close collaboration with users in the workshop environment to ensure that it included smart functions that were in demand and also to understand the users and develop functions that are not yet in demand in some cases.
In addition to future-proofing all technical components and improving all internal parts, we have also focused strongly on including functions that contribute to enhancing the potential for diagnostics.
The primary function for this is Flight Recorder, which allows you to connect CDP+ to the diagnostics socket and take it with you on the road. Flight Recorder registers the status of all vehicle data and records any faults in connection with the specific situation in which they occur. This makes it easier to find intermittent faults.
Another observation we made when we studied users was that it can be difficult to find the diagnostics socket in dark, tight spaces in vehicles. Therefore, we developed an LED lamp at the front of the contact. This is a small detail but it is very useful to our customers.
In addition to these functions, we have also improved the physical design, integrated a Bluetooth antenna and fitted a smart attachment device to the equipment.
"We have spent a lot of time on analysing and developing functions that make the working day easier for those who use our diagnostics tools. We are sure that we will exceed our customers' expectations with the new CDP+," says Martin Larsson, Development Manager in AUTOCOM's Hardware Development Department.
CARS & TRUCKS 2011 RELEASE 2 NEWS
2011 Release 2 News
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CARS 2011 RELEASE 2 NEWS
2011 Release 2 News
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PRESSRELEASE - AUTOCOM INTRODUCES THE NEW CDP+
AUTOCOM INTRODUCES THE NEXT GENERATION OF AUTOMOTIVE DIAGNOSTIC TOOL
During the ongoing Autopromotec exhibition in Bologna, Italy, AUTOCOM will present a new diagnostic tool CDP+. AUTOCOM’s CDP+ is an advanced diagnostic tool with many inbuilt security features that provide workshops and vehicle inspection companies the possibility of a faster and more reliable diagnosis.
Take a closer look at the new CDP+ and you will see that it has many innovative features and well designed solutions to meet the market demands. The CDP+ contains powerful processors and components, which handles high levels of information in a fast and reliable way.
A new key feature of the CDP+ is the Flight Recorder, a useful feature that enables detection and recording of errors such as intermittent faults or errors which only occur when the vehicle is in motion. Featuring a Multi Colour Indicator to show the different communication modes and a LED on the connector, for easy access of the diagnostic connector in the vehicle – clever features at your fingertips!
"We strongly believe our new product, CDP+ and that its functionalities will be of great benefit to our users. With all research and development done in close cooperation with test users, we are sure to meet and exceed customer needs”, says Anders Malm at AUTOCOM.
For more info about the new AUTOCOM CDP+ and AUTOCOM products, kindly contact Anders Malm, Business Area Manager, Multi-Brand, Telephone: +46 (0)520 47 07 19
AUTOCOM AT AUTOPROMOTEC IN BOLOGNA MAY 25th-29th, 2011
AUTOCOM will be present at the Autopromotec trade show in Bologna to show the products and services.
Visitors are welcome to booth D39 in hall 30.
Read more about Autopromotec by clicking the banner.
Kyiv International SIA’2011 Motor Show, May 25th-29th
AUTOCOM diagnostic solutions for cars and commercial vehicles will be shown by our distributor Kvatro LLC at Kyiv International SIA’2011 Motor Show, May 25th-29th 2011.
Kvatro LLC welcome visitors to their stand J-17.
For more information about the exhibition, please visit the official website of Kyiv International SIA’2011 Motor Show.
http://www.sia-motorshow.com.ua/en/about/about.html
Autocom at the Advanced Automotive Diagnostic conference, Wiesbaden, June 27th-29th
Autocom will participate and sponsor the Advanced Automotive Diagnostic Systems conference in Wiesbaden June 27th-29th. This is a venue that gives you a unique opportunity to hear the latest trends and developments on Automotive Diagnostic Systems from the leading companies and institutions.
For more information please visit: www.diagnostic-systems-conference.com/MM
AUTOCOM will participate and sponsor The 2011 CITA Conference in Berlin 4th-6th May.
CITA is an international not-for-profit association, based in Brussels, Belgium. It represents all types of organizations and stakeholders (government, private sector, dedicated inspection centers, garage-based test centers and test equipment manufacturers) who share a common interest in exchanging information, developing best practices and draft international standards in the field of road vehicle inspection
For more information please visit: www.cita-vehicleinspection.org
THE COMMERCIAL VEHICLE SHOW - BIRMINGHAM
AUTOCOM diagnostic solutions for cars and commercial vehicles will be shown by our distributor Eclipse Automotive Technology at “The Commercial Vehicle Show”, which takes place at the NEC in Birmingham, 12 – 14 April 2011.
Eclipse welcome visitors to their stand 4G30
For more information about the exhibition, please visit the website of The Commercial Vehicle Show at:
http://www.cvshow.com/webcontent
Motortec Automechanika Ibérica
AUTOCOM diagnostic solutions for passenger cars and commercial vehicles will be shown by our distributors for Spain and Portugal at the important trade show Motortec in Madrid, which takes place 30 March – 2 April.
MIAC welcome visitors to their stand 10F10.
Iberequipe welcome visitors to their stand 10A23.
For more information about the Motortec exhibition click on the link below:
http://www.ifema.es/web/ferias/motortec/default.html
AUTOCOM AT AUTOPROMOTEC IN BOLOGNA
AUTOCOM AT AUTO-PROMOTEC IN BOLOGNA, MAY 25-29, 2011.
AUTOCOM will be represented at the Autopromotec trade show in Bologna to show the products and services.
Visitors are welcome to booth D39 in hall 30.
MEET LARS MODIG - NEW CEO AT AUTOCOM
On January 1, 2011, Lars Modig will become AUTOCOM's new Chief Executive Officer, and departing Chief Executive Officer Bengt Andersson will take on the role of Business Developer. Most recently Lars worked at Würth Svenska AB in Örebro, as Financial and IT Director as well as Executive Vice President. Lars is not a new face at AUTOCOM. After several years on the board, he has gotten to know the company and many of the co-workers here at AUTOCOM quite well. On the matter of the decision, Lars answers: - When I was asked to take on the position of CEO at AUTOCOM, it felt like an easy choice. Taking over a well-managed company, with competent personnel, good customers, many very interesting projects, and new products on the agenda, you just can't say no, says Lars.
New leadership means change and here are a few thoughts from Lars.
What is it like to work with you, Lars?
Others should probably answer that question, but my answer is that I am a person who believes in the power of people and their will to continuously develop and improve. A part of my role is to guide so that this power, in the end, benefits our customers and that it's done in a business-like way. I have the ambition to be clear, communicative, and to give people the space and framework they need, so that this development can take place in the best possible way.
What is your and AUTOCOM's most important task, now and in the future?
Most important for AUTOCOM now and in the future is to offer products and services that our customers want. To succeed with this, we will work very closely with our customers and partners, to understand their needs and how they use our products. At the same time we are going to put a lot of effort into staying on the leading edge of technical development, so that we have effective product development. I think we have succeeded with that to date. We also have to keep our good company climate at the same time as we strengthen it, among other things, by identifying and recruiting tomorrow's creative colleagues. I want 2011 to have a lot of "Break The Limits". That we, every one of us, challenge ourselves in our daily work, challenge what we do, our company, and our products. That we question and dare to suggest new creative solutions. And that we do this in cooperation with our customers! That's what drives development forward, that's how we stay sharp and competitive.
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Auto Professioneel Netherlands
AUTOCOM distributor Rijpma Equipment in the Netherlands will participate at the important trade show Auto Professioneel in Gorinchem, which takes place 8 – 10 February. Rijpma Equipment will show AUTOCOM diagnostic products and services for cars and commercial vehicles and AUTOCOM diagnostic solutions for periodic vehicle inspection. AUTOCOMs new product SoftBridge Euro 5 (J2534) Pass Thru will also be launched for the Benelux market.
Rijpma Equipement welcome visitors to their stand number 152.
For more information about the exhibition:
http://www.evenementenhal.nl/gorinchem/beurzen/view/63/autoprofessioneel-schadeherstel-vakbeurs
Auto & Korjaamo exhibition in Helsinki
Our Finnish distributor Suomen Työkalu OY will participate at the important trade show Auto & Korjaamo in Helsinki which takes place 27-29 January. Suomen will show AUTOCOM diagnostic products and services for cars and commercial vehicles and diagnostic solutions for periodic vehicle inspection. AUTOCOMs new product SoftBridge – Euro 5 (J2534) Pass Thru will also be launched on the Finnish market. Suomen welcome visitors to their stand 4b41!
For more information about the exhibition:
AUTOCOM represented at Automässan - Gothenburg
19-22 januari, AUTOCOM will be represented at the "AUTOMÄSSAN" in Gothenburg. AUTOCOM will be represented together with the swedish distributors. You can meet us at these exhibition-stands:
Autometric, Autoexperten, Gesab, Meca, Mekonomen, Huzells, Opus Bima och Würth Svenska.
Bengt Andersson in new position
The former CEO at AUTOCOM, Bengt Andersson enters a new roll as Business developer at AUTOCOM.
Lars Modig - New CEO at Autocom
From january 1, 2011 Lars Modig is new CEO at AUTOCOM. Lars comes from
a position as CFO and Vice-CEO from Würth - Sweden. Lars succeeds
Bengt Andersson who is the founder of the company and CEO since 1991.
