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Bringing the Motor Industry Together to Meet Australia’s Chain of Responsibility Requirements
Updated 9 May 2025
AutoGuru
Australia's Heavy Vehicle National Law (HVNL) places significant responsibility on fleet managers to ensure the safety and compliance of their operations. This includes meticulous record-keeping, precise inspection reporting, and proactive monitoring of driver and vehicle performance to meet Chain of Responsibility (CoR) requirements.
AutoGuru's Digital Solution for Compliance
AutoGuru is helping to bring the industry together in this critical process by digitising and securely storing essential compliance records in one accessible, central location, eliminating risks associated with lost paperwork or overlooked mailboxes. AutoGuru's FleetGuru Platform uses digital inspection reports and real-time maintenance records, including critical tyre and brake tests, to help fleet managers verify Chain of Responsibility compliance.
Digital Inspections and Real-Time Maintenance
AutoGuru provides fleet managers with the tools to ensure Chain of Responsibility compliance through digital inspection reports and real-time maintenance records, encompassing vital tyre and brake assessments. This proactive approach allows for the identification and resolution of potential problems early, improving both operational efficiency and the safety of drivers and the public.
Understanding CoR Responsibilities
Fleet managers are strongly encouraged to familiarise themselves with the specific requirements of the HVNL and CoR to avoid costly penalties and ensure they are meeting their obligations. A clear understanding of these responsibilities is essential for maintaining compliance, promoting road safety, and managing potential liabilities.
Strengthening the Fleet-Repairer Relationship
By digitising fleet processes and centralising documentation, AutoGuru not only simplifies compliance but also fosters a stronger, more connected relationship between fleets and repairers. With access to critical documentation, fleet managers can confidently navigate regulatory audits and inspections, driving safer outcomes for Australia’s transport industry.
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AutoGuru
AutoGuru is a collective of creatives and technologists with a single mission: to transform the way vehicle maintenance is managed.
For over a decade, we’ve been building technology that removes friction from managing automotive maintenance, making auto care easy for drivers, service providers, and fleet managers.Our award-winning digital product portfolio includes:
- Autoguru.com.au, Australia’s #1 auto services marketplace,
- FleetGuru®, fleet maintenance management platform digitising approvals and streamlining payments for some of Australasia’s largest fleet operators,
- FleetGuru.ai, AI-powered maintenance operating system connecting international fleet management companies, their clients, and drivers across borders for maintenance scheduling, authorisation and payments,
- BookingGuru, white label booking solution powering online bookings and payments for car servicing and repairs, and
- Reserve with Google Automotive Bookings, a unique integration enabling car servicing and repairs to be booked directly with service providers from Google Search & Maps.