e-Track Partners with Everard: A Modern Solution for UK Dealership Key Management

The UK automotive industry is at a turning point.

Legacy electronic key cabinet systems are reaching end of life across dealership networks. Major suppliers have issued notices. Groups have 18 months to find replacements.

This isn't just about swapping old hardware for new. It's an opportunity to rethink how keys, vehicles, and customer movements are managed, moving from standalone systems to integrated, intelligent operations.

That's why we're pleased to announce a strengthened partnership with Everard, bringing together intelligent electronic key management hardware and Everard's Scan Check App to deliver a more connected, scalable solution for automotive groups nationwide.

A Market Opportunity for Change

Across the UK, a significant number of dealership groups currently rely on ageing electronic key cabinet systems. With major suppliers issuing end-of-life notices on older platforms, many sites will be required to replace their systems within the next 18 months.

This presents a unique opportunity for automotive businesses to reassess not just who supplies their key cabinets, but how keys, vehicles, and customer movements are managed across their sites.

Together, e-Track and Everard are well-positioned to support this transition, offering a modern, UK-manufactured alternative that reduces costs, improves visibility, and integrates seamlessly into existing dealership workflows.

Why e-Track?

We design and manufacture electronic key cabinets in the UK, combining robust hardware with intelligent, cloud-based software. With over 1,000 cabinet installations across multiple industries, our platform is proven at scale and trusted by organisations that require reliability, control, and long-term support.

For automotive customers, the benefits include:

• Cost savings of approximately 15% compared to legacy systems

• UK-manufactured hardware, supported by UK-based teams

• Lower-cost accessories without compromising on quality

• Flexible cabinet configurations, including dynamic and locking options

• DMS integration capabilities for improved operational oversight

• Customer drop-off and collection hardware, allowing sites to retain full control of the user journey

Adding Even More Value with the Scan Check App

What makes this partnership particularly effective is the integration of e-Track's electronic key management with Everard's Scan Check App.

Scan Check is already trusted by dealerships to manage vehicle movements, inspections, and site activity. By incorporating e-Track into Everard projects, key management becomes a natural extension of this ecosystem rather than a standalone system.

Together, the combined solution enables:

• Real-time visibility of vehicle and key movements

• Improved accountability, with digital audit trails across both platforms

• A more joined-up operational view, from vehicle arrival to key handover

• Reduced risk, lost keys, and operational friction

For dealership groups, this means fewer systems to manage, better data consistency, and a clearer picture of what is happening across their sites at any given time.

Proven Success and a Platform for Growth

The partnership is already delivering results. Dealership sites referred by Everard and supplied by e-Track have reported positive feedback, with plans to expand their deployments further in the coming years. These live installations provide a strong foundation to build upon, refine integrations, and continue developing features that directly address the needs of large automotive groups.

With initial opportunities already identified across several major dealer networks, e-Track and Everard are focused on helping automotive businesses transition away from ageing systems and adopt a future-proof approach to key and vehicle management.

Looking Ahead

Strong partnerships are built on trust, shared values, and a commitment to delivering genuine value to customers. By combining Everard's deep automotive expertise and Scan Check platform with e-Track's engineered key management solutions, this collaboration offers dealerships a compelling, modern alternative at a critical moment for the industry.

As automotive groups prepare for system replacements and digital transformation, e-Track and Everard are ready to support them together.

Ready to learn more? Contact e-Track to discuss your requirements or request a demo.