Why Insurers Can No Longer Assume Vehicle Data Is Accurate For years, the automotive and insurance industries have operated on a simple assumption: If the vehicle reports it, it must be true. Connected vehicles, telematics systems, fleet platforms, and recovery networks have become deeply embedded in underwriting, claims assessment, recovery operations, and driver behaviour monitoring. Entire business processes now depend on the availability and reliability of vehicle-generat

The Industry Brief – May 2026 Executive Summary Vehicle data is becoming a regulated asset class. The European Union’s Data Act and the proposed United States DRIVER Act mark a structural shift in who controls vehicle data—and how it is accessed, governed, and monetised. For insurers, fleet operators, and telematics providers, this is not a compliance exercise. It is a redefinition of the operating environment. As access expands, a new challenge emerges: access to data does n

The Industry Brief – April 2026 Global trade is facing unprecedented challenges in 2026, disrupting industries worldwide. Among the hardest hit are the automotive and security sectors, which rely heavily on complex, interconnected supply chains. As trade routes become less reliable and costs rise, companies in these fields must adapt quickly to maintain production and meet demand. This article explores the key challenges these industries face, how supply chains are responding

The Industry Brief – March 2026 South Africa's vehicle theft crisis is reaching new heights. While trackers have long been the frontline defence, criminals have adapted. The weapon of choice? GPS and cellular jammers. Once rare and expensive, jammers are now cheap, portable, and devastatingly effective. In 2026, they’re not just a threat — they’re the norm. And insurers, tracking companies, and vehicle owners are all paying the price. The Rise of Jamming: By the Numbers Inci