RECORDING AND REPORTING OF DRIVING CHARACTERISTICS

摘要

A device and method for recording driving characteristics and for providing diagnostic information includes a cradle utilized for monitoring and compiling vehicle usage information for determining an insurance premium. The cradle is installed within a vehicle and connected to receive power from a vehicle power source. A memory device provides for the extraction of data gathered and stored within the cradle. Information from the cradle is uploaded to a central server that interprets the information and generates a summary and usage reports utilized to generate an insurance premium.