Autohaus Kaufmann GmbH & Linqo: GPS-driven theft defence

What does a company do when its vehicles are stolen and even cross international borders? Autohaus Kaufmann GmbH, a trusted Renault dealer in Berlin, faced this exact challenge. But instead of accepting the loss, they turned the situation around, allowing them to quickly locate and recover their vehicles.

Autohaus Kaufmann, an authorised Renault dealer, provides complete services for Renault vehicles, including inspections, repairs, and complete tire service, thereby offering much more than simply a selection of car models. Their commitment to professionalism and flexibility has made them a leading name in Berlin’s automotive scene. However, the theft of their vehicles was a harsh reminder of the vulnerabilities in managing a large fleet. Thanks to Linqo’s advanced GPS tracking and ignition control technology, they swiftly regained control and continued their operations without disruption.

The challenge: where are our cars?

It would be frustrating to have a fleet of rental automobiles that couldn’t be tracked in real time. Without the ability to monitor their vehicles live, they couldn’t check mileage or schedule maintenance until the cars came back. Worse still, they had no way to protect their cars from theft – without real-time tracking, they had no way to know where their vehicles were or if they’d ever get them back.  In a dynamic metropolis like Berlin, where every second counts, the situation is dire, and time is important.

Real-time tracking to the rescue

By implementing Linqo’s GPS tracking, Autohaus Kaufmann can monitor their vehicles 24/7 via PC or mobile app. When a theft occurred, they rapidly sent real-time position data to the police, which resulted in the recovery of all three stolen vehicles—including one discovered across the border in Poland.

Why Linqo made the difference

Autohaus Kaufmann chose Linqo after receiving positive feedback about their solutions, and being based in Berlin made the partnership even more convenient. A standout reason for their choice was Linqo’s unique ignition control feature, allowing them to remotely block vehicles—a crucial capability that other providers couldn’t reliably offer. This feature was vital for safeguarding their fleet in critical situations.

When it counted most, Linqo’s technology enabled Autohaus Kaufmann to act quickly and deliberately. Linqo made the difference because of these factors:

• Immobiliser/vehicle ignition blocking. The ability to remotely block vehicles, which proved essential in recovering stolen cars.
• 24/7 monitoring. Real-time tracking provided constant oversight, ensuring that even stolen cars could be found quickly.
• Responsive support. Linqo’s team was there every step of the way, helping Autohaus Kaufmann take swift action.

The outcome: cars recovered, confidence restored

By working with Linqo, Autohaus Kaufmann was able to regain control of their stolen automobiles and rest easy. With the ability to track and control their fleet in real time, they’ve fortified their operations against future thefts. As they put it, “With Linqo’s system, we’ve saved a lot of time, which in our case means a lot of money, and we now have much more control over our cars.”

Autohaus Kaufmann describes Linqo as “professional, intelligent, and friendly,” and highly recommends us to businesses that need robust security and fleet management solutions.