IMS Releases DriveSync Bluetooth Upgrade

Customers to Benefit from Wireless Technology without Monthly Fees

WATERLOO, ON, Oct. 30 -- Intelligent Mechatronic Systems Inc. (IMS), a world leader in telematics solutions, released today the DriveSync(TM) Bluetooth(R) upgrade. The Bluetooth(R) technology will allow DriveSync(TM) customers to wirelessly upload their driving data, providing them with greater control over data management and improved fleet efficiency.

DriveSync(TM) GPS vehicle tracking allows vehicle owners to monitor when, where, how far, how fast and how aggressively their vehicle is driven. Detailed trip logs, route maps and mileage reports provide drivers with a conclusive analysis of vehicle use and driving habits, and the knowledge to identify and correct unsafe or inefficient driving behavior. It's information that's not only constructive, but also affordable; there are no monthly fees for standard reports.

The DriveSync(TM) Bluetooth(R) upgrade will allow drivers to wirelessly transfer driving data to their computer, without manual operation. Once the vehicle is within 300 feet (100 meters) of the proprietary IMS Bluetooth(R) Gateway (receiver), the driving data is sent wirelessly to the customer's computer. From there the data is uploaded automatically and directly to the DriveSync(TM) Web Portal, where the customer can view their driving reports, trip logs and route maps. These reports can be used to determine driving tax allowances, fuel consumption rates, vehicle maintenance schedules and more.

Because the DriveSync(TM) solution is modular, upgradeable and scalable in design, customers do not have to replace their existing DriveSync(TM) unit to take advantage of the Bluetooth(R) capabilities. They need only substitute their passive USB data key with a Bluetooth(R) data key, add the Bluetooth(R) Gateway (both available from DriveSync(TM)) and their unit will have full Bluetooth(R) functionality. One Gateway can manage multiple vehicles, and will send each vehicle's specific driving data to their appropriate DriveSync(TM) account.

"The Bluetooth(R) upgrade will help ensure driving data is regularly transferred to the DriveSync(TM) Web Portal, thereby providing fleet owners with the most recent and accurate driving reports for each vehicle", says John Reynolds, Vice President of Business Development at IMS. "As a further benefit, the upgrade provides fleet owners with many of the benefits of a real-time system, but without the high monthly service fees. So they can take advantage of both improved fleet efficiency and cost savings."

  The DriveSync(TM) Bluetooth(R) upgrade will be available in December 2006.

  About IMS

IMS specializes in the creation, development and marketing of leading edge proprietary technology that blends mechanical engineering, electronic control and information systems into technologically advanced products. IMS has three divisions: Safety Devices for use in automotive applications; DriveSync(TM) GPS Vehicle Tracking; Telematics which includes DriveSync(TM) and its focus on UBI; and Automedia, delivering consumer products into the automotive aftermarket. IMS is based in Waterloo, Ontario, Canada. For more information on DriveSync(TM), please visit www.drivesync.net