JioMotive, a product by Reliance Jio, is an OBD (On-board Diagnostics) device designed to elevate any car into a smart vehicle swiftly. Here’s how it works and the benefits it offers:
How it Works:
- Plug-and-Play Installation: It’s easily inserted into the OBD port, typically found beneath the steering wheel.
- Real-time 4G GPS Tracking: Provides immediate insights into the vehicle’s location.
- Connectivity: It comes with an e-SIM, ensuring seamless connectivity without requiring an additional SIM card.
Features:
- Real-time Vehicle Tracking: Enables users to know the exact location of their vehicle at any given time.
- Geofencing and Time Fencing: Allows users to set virtual boundaries on a map and receive alerts when the vehicle enters or leaves those areas. Time fencing alerts users when the vehicle starts moving.
- Health Status Monitoring: Monitors vehicle health indicators like battery percentage and engine load, issuing alerts for Diagnostic Trouble Codes if any issues are detected.
- Driving Performance Analysis: Provides insights into driving habits and style, complemented by a trip tracker.
- Anti-theft and Accident Detection: Alerts users to potential theft or accidents, ensuring enhanced security.
Pricing and Subscription:
- Device Cost: Initially priced at Rs. 11,999, currently available at Rs. 4,999 with an additional 10% discount on the Reliance Digital website.
- Subscription: First year complimentary, subsequent years at an annual fee of Rs. 599.
- Compatibility: Works exclusively with a Jio SIM card.
Benefits:
- Enhanced Security: Real-time tracking, geofencing, and anti-theft features.
- Vehicle Health Insights: Monitoring battery, engine health, and issuing alerts for potential issues.
- Driving Analysis: Insights into driving patterns and habits.
- Ease of Installation: Simple plug-and-play mechanism.
Target Users:
JioMotive caters to individuals with older or basic new cars lacking built-in internet connectivity. It’s designed to bridge this gap by providing internet connectivity and smart features to these vehicles via the OBD port.
Reliance Jio’s JioMotive seems to offer a comprehensive suite of features to transform any car into a connected, smart vehicle, improving security and offering valuable insights into vehicle health and driving behavior.