Industry
Automotive parts
Automotive Parts Distribution Software
From national distribution centres to local dealerships, Tarot Routing helps automotive parts distributors plan optimised routes, manage returns in the field, and keep dealers and service centres supplied on time. Plan multiple delivery waves, track every driver and shipment in real time, and capture barcode-level proof of delivery, all in one platform.
Plan and Optimise Every Parts Delivery
Whether you're running a single depot or coordinating deliveries across multiple sites, Tarot Routing optimises every run in seconds, accounting for your SLAs, customer time windows, vehicle capacities, driver shifts and territory boundaries.
Most customers plan routes up to 10x faster and typically drive 30% less. Plan multiple waves per day and re-optimise on the fly when last-minute orders come in, without disrupting drivers already on the road.
Handle Tight Cut-Offs and Last-Minute Orders
Parts distributors live and die by cut-off times. Tarot Routing lets you extend order cut-offs with confidence — routes are optimised in seconds, so drivers leave on time even when urgent orders arrive late in the planning window.
Barcode Scanning and Proof of Delivery
Drivers scan parts at load and at delivery using the Tarot Driver App on any standard iOS or Android smartphone. No proprietary scanners, no special hardware — just the device already in their pocket.
Every scan is timestamped, geotagged and stored against the delivery record. Photo capture and customer signature are recorded on the same device. When a dealer or service centre queries a delivery, your team can pull up the proof in seconds.
Returns Built Into Every Run
Returns don't need a separate process. Drivers scan returned parts at the customer site using the Tarot Driver App, and scan them back into the warehouse at the end of the route. Every return is timestamped, geotagged and recorded against the delivery record — no paperwork, no manual reconciliation.
Customer Delivery Notifications
Keep every dealer and service centre informed from dispatch to delivery. Tarot sends automated SMS or email notifications at key milestones — Out for Delivery, You're Next, Delivery Complete — and provides a live tracking link with a real-time ETA.
Receiving staff know when the driver is arriving without calling your team. Once delivered, they can download proof of delivery directly from their tracking link.
No New Hardware Required
The Tarot Driver App runs on any standard iOS or Android smartphone. No proprietary hardware, no expensive scanners, no IT overhead getting drivers set up.
Drivers are up and running in minutes on a device they already know how to use. And because the Driver App works offline, delivery records get captured no matter where your drivers are delivering.
Automotive Parts Distribution Software — Frequently Asked Questions
Can Tarot Routing handle multiple delivery waves per day?
Yes. Automotive parts distributors typically run two or more waves daily to meet dealer and workshop cut-off times. Tarot Routing optimises each wave independently — accounting for vehicle capacity, time windows and last-minute orders — so drivers leave on time even when urgent orders come in late.
Does Tarot Routing support barcode scanning for parts delivery?
Yes. Drivers scan parts at load and at delivery — at item, box or container level. Every scan is timestamped, geotagged and stored against the delivery record. This gives your operations team a full audit trail and makes it straightforward to resolve any delivery disputes quickly.
How does Tarot Routing handle parts returns?
Returns are built into the daily run, not managed as a separate process. Drivers scan returned parts at the customer site using the Tarot Driver App, and scan them back into the warehouse at the end of the route. Every return is timestamped, geotagged and recorded against the delivery record.
Can dealers and service centres track their own delivery?
Yes. Tarot sends automated SMS or email notifications at key delivery milestones and provides a live tracking link with a real-time ETA. Receiving staff know when the driver is arriving without calling your team. Once delivered, they can download proof of delivery directly from their tracking link.
Can we manage multiple depot operations in Tarot Routing?
Yes. Each depot operates as its own organisation in Tarot, with its own planning, dispatching and driver management. A parent organisation can be set up above the depots to give regional or national operations teams visibility across all locations — tracking delivery status and live progress across the entire network — without getting involved in day-to-day planning at each depot.
How does Tarot Routing help automotive parts distributors reduce delivery costs?
Tarot optimises routes to minimise driving distance and time across your fleet — most customers reduce driving distance by around 30%. Returns are handled in-run rather than as separate trips. Automated customer notifications reduce inbound calls to your team. Together these reduce cost-per-drop and free up your operations staff to focus on exceptions rather than routine status updates.