Fleet Security in Connected Mobility

What Is Fleet Security?

“Fleet security” refers to the combination of technologies and practices used to secure and manage vehicles in modern mobility services—such as car sharing, ride-hailing, rentals, subscriptions, and dealership fleets. The real value comes not only from tracking vehicles, but also from interpreting and acting on data in real-time to prevent theft, detect fraud, and automate inspections.

Vulog’s Integrated Approach to Fleet Security

At the heart of Vulog-powered fleets is the seamless integration between vehicles and Vulog’s mobility platform. Vubox, our secure in-vehicle unit, ensures that every car, van, or moped is connected in real-time. But the true intelligence lies in Vulog’s mobility platform, which interprets vehicle data and applies AI-driven tools to make fleet operations more secure, efficient, and transparent. Hardware is the gateway; software is what transforms raw data into secure, efficient, and customer-friendly mobility services.

AI-Powered Damage Detection: Instead of relying on physical damage sensors, the system utilizes AI that analyzes photos taken by users at the end of each trip through the mobile app. By comparing these end‑of‑trip photos with previous images and damage reports, the AI automatically flags possible new dents or scratches. This automation drastically reduces manual inspections — staff review only a small fraction of flagged cases, which speeds up turnaround, keeps more vehicles on the road, and creates a more transparent process for customers.

Example: MOL Limo (Budapest’s Leading Carsharing Operator) 

Launching MOL Limo was MOL’s strategic answer to major consumer trends: the declining importance of car ownership, rising environmental consciousness, and a growing demand for flexible, on‑demand mobility. To make this vision a reality, MOL partnered with Vulog, whose agile technology platform allowed them to build a free‑floating carsharing service that adapts quickly to user feedback and evolving needs.

By combining Vubox’s secure data transmission with Vulog’s Damage Analysis and Verification AI, MOL Limo automated inspections at scale. The AI flags potential new damage so that staff only need to review around 10% of uploaded photos. This can reduce the team’s photo‑inspection workload by over two hours per day, freeing them to focus on service quality and customer support. As a result, MOL Limo can identify which user caused the damage, recover repair costs more efficiently, and keep cars on the road with less downtime — all while freeing staff to focus on service quality and customer support.

Market Landscape & Trends

Globally and in Europe, fleet securitization is a growing market. For example, the Carsharing Telematics market (which overlaps rental and mobility services) reports ~494,000 shared cars worldwide in 2024, with membership around 84.8 million users (source: Berg Insight, Carsharing Telematics Market Report 7th Edition).

Membership is expected to reach 138 million by 2029 as fleets expand to ~755,000 vehicles. (source: Berg Insight, Carsharing Telematics Market Forecast 2024–2029). Europe and Asia dominate this segment (Germany, France, Netherlands, Italy, Japan, Korea and China have the largest carsharing fleets)

Other Players & City Initiatives

Just like MOL Limo, many global fleets are now prioritizing advanced fleet security, following a broader industry shift. For example, traditional car rental and sharing brands (e.g., Avis/Zipcar, Europcar On Demand, Sixt Share) invest heavily in fleet IoT security. Sixt uses an AI-supported scanner called Car Gate, with built-in sensors, cameras, and lighting to check vehicles for damage, while Avis Budget Group has tested AI damage scanning technology (though its process remains largely human-led). Hertz has taken it a step further by partnering with Israeli AI vehicle inspection company UVeye to install powerful scanners that can detect even the smallest dents, scratches, or tire wear that human inspectors might miss. UVeye claims its system detects five times more damage and captures six times higher total value than manual checks. By the end of 2025, Hertz plans to deploy about 100 of these UVeye scanners across its U.S. airport locations, aiming for more consistent and transparent inspections.

OEM-backed schemes like Stellantis’s Free2Move, Toyota’s Kinto Share, Renault’s Mobilize Share, and Kia’s Wible all have integrated tracking, app-based access, and in-app damage reporting for their vehicles. Even micro mobility fleets (e‑scooters, e‑bikes) rely on GPS locking and geo-fencing to secure vehicles. On the city side, municipalities are increasingly mandating or deploying fleet telematics. London requires approved CCTV systems in all licensed taxis and PHVs to deter crime and aid incident review. In Asia, cities like Singapore and Shenzhen similarly enforce GPS monitoring for commercial fleets.

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In summary, fleet securitization gives operators “eyes and ears” on each vehicle to prevent unauthorized use, recover stolen assets, and streamline maintenance and insurance processes. Fleets of all kinds – from rental cars to corporate vans – are now “securitized” with an ecosystem of telematics, sensors, and connectivity. This trend is accelerating worldwide under pressures of technology, regulation, and consumer demand. Operators who adopt these tools see fewer losses and happier customers, while cities and insurers leverage the data for safer, smarter mobility.

At Vulog, we empower mobility operators worldwide to secure and optimize their fleets through Vubox and our AI-driven platform — helping them reduce risk, improve efficiency, and deliver outstanding customer experiences.