This month a series of updates took place, including the addition of new models, new vehicle data, plus a range of feature enhancements, as part of the product’s ongoing development to continually reflect the demands of a modern workshop.
Vehicle updates
Feature enhancements
The following features were introduced or modified to improve the user experience and increase workshop efficiency.
Search for repair times
Search functionality has been added to all ‘Repair Time’ pages, to help users access the information they require quickly and efficiently. This is displayed in a similar format to other search bars throughout the product, with a suggested results list appearing as the user types. When a line is selected the page will instantly locate the required time. The bar also remains static at the top of the page, so additional searches can be carried out.
General guide for timing belts
To assist technicians with replacement and checking procedures we now provide a general guide for timing belts, accessible from the timing belt page. This includes general information such as: Precautions, Conventional (dry) timing belts, Wet timing belts and Belt tension measurements
Print options on the Camshaft Drive page
So users can print only the specific sections required (particularly for timing belt procedures), print options have been added on the Camshaft Drive page. Users can now include or exclude sections of the page, helping save paper and other associated printing costs.
Integrated support request ‘widget’
To further enhance communication channels between our UK subscribers and Autodata’s Support Teams a ‘widget’ has been added to the product, allowing messages to be sent directly to either Technical or Customer Support.
Improved login page layout and messaging
We have more clearly labelled the login fields, updated the layout slightly and also made the different error messages and advisories more consistent for the user.
More consistent pop-up styling
As part of the ongoing aesthetic and usability improvements we have made some minor improvements to the in-application pop-up messages, so they are more consistent and logical.
Coming soon
During the coming month, Autodata will continue to make further updates to enhance the user experience and ensure subscribers are always receiving the latest technical information and innovative features:
