How to Add New Unit Makes and Models

Create a New Make and Model

To create a new Make and Model for a unit navigate to Administration > Standard Codes > Equipment 

Click on the Make & Model tab and choose a Make Type.

Under the Makes section click on + Add. A blank line will appear where you can input the new Make Name.

1. Check or Uncheck the Active Checkbox to activate or deactivate the Make

To add a new Model for the newly created Make, click on the Make name in the top section then click + Add under the Model section.

A blank line will appear where you can input the new Model Name.

1. Check or Uncheck the Active Checkbox to activate or deactivate the Model

Assign Makes & Models to Units

To assign Makes and Models to units navigate to Fleet > Unit Master.

Click on the Unit Number.

In the top right hand corner is the Make and Models section. Click Select for the appropriate Make Type.

In the pop-up you can search for the Make & Model by typing the name or clicking the magnifying glass.

Click OK to assign the Make & Model to the Unit.

In the example, you can now see the Truck/Trailer Make Type is set to HYUNDAI SONATA.

Creating New Models in the Unit Master

In the Unit Master you are only able to add new Models for already created Makes. To add a new Model click + Add Model.

In the Make field search for the Make by typing the name or clicking the magnifying glass.

You can not create Makes on the fly in the Unit Master. You must create new Makes under Standard Codes. Refer to Create a New Make and Model at the beginning of this article.

When you click Add Model a blank line will appear where you can input the new Model Name. 

Click Select to assign the new Model to the Unit.

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