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About AutoKontrol: Pioneers of Vehicle Speed Control Since 1985

41+ years manufacturing speed limiters for commercial fleets worldwide. Trusted by operators in 50+ countries. Discover why AutoKontrol is the industry standard.

About AutoKontrol: Pioneers of Vehicle Speed Control Since 1985

Over 41 years of experience designing, manufacturing and supplying speed limiter technology for commercial vehicles worldwide. British engineering, global trust.


Our Story

AutoKontrol is one of the world’s leading specialists in vehicle speed limiter technology. Founded in 1985, we have been at the forefront of speed limiting engineering for more than four decades, developing innovative solutions that keep drivers safe, reduce fuel costs, and ensure regulatory compliance around the world.

Our headquarters and manufacturing facility are in Chorley, Lancashire, where every AutoKontrol product is designed, engineered, and assembled in the UK. From our British base, we serve fleet operators, vehicle manufacturers, and transport companies across Europe, the Middle East, Asia, and beyond.

We were pioneers in developing the Drive-By-Wire (DBW) speed limiter — a technology that has become the industry standard for electronic speed limiting. Our System 80 speed limiter unit remains one of the most widely deployed speed control devices in the commercial vehicle sector worldwide.

AutoKontrol manufacturing facility, Chorley, Lancashire


Key Statistics

  • 41+ years of experience
  • 100% British manufacturing
  • 30+ countries served
  • Thousands of vehicles equipped

Part of Scorpion Group Holdings

AutoKontrol is a proud member of Scorpion Group Holdings (SGH), a group of leading vehicle technology companies headquartered in Chorley, UK. SGH brings together over 50 years of combined expertise in vehicle security, stolen vehicle tracking, fleet management, and speed control technology.

Being part of SGH gives AutoKontrol unique capabilities that no other speed limiter manufacturer can offer. Our sister brand ScorpionTrack Fleet provides advanced GPS tracking and fleet management technology, which we have integrated with our speed limiter hardware to create TrackSpeed — the only system on the market combining a speed limiter with GPS tracking.

Scorpion Automotive

A leading UK designer and manufacturer of vehicle security solutions, stolen vehicle tracking (SVT), and fleet management. Founded 1973.

ScorpionTrack Fleet

GPS tracking and fleet management platform with real-time monitoring, route optimisation, driver behaviour analytics, and maintenance scheduling.

AutoKontrol

World leaders in speed limiter technology. Over 41 years of engineering excellence in vehicle speed control systems.


International Certifications and Approvals

AutoKontrol products meet the most rigorous international standards for vehicle speed control devices. Our systems are approved for use in the UK, EU, Middle East, and Asia.

EU/ECE R89

European type approval for speed limiting devices fitted to commercial vehicles.

UTAC

French Technical Certification Authority approval for automotive components.

TUV

German technical inspection and certification for automotive safety products.

VCA

UK Vehicle Certification Agency approval for vehicle components and systems.


Leadership and Expertise

AutoKontrol is managed by a team of experienced automotive industry engineers and business leaders within the Scorpion Group Holdings management structure. Our technical team brings decades of hands-on experience in electronic speed control design, vehicle integration, and regulatory compliance.

Under the leadership of Andrew Jeffrey (CEO, Scorpion Group Holdings), AutoKontrol continues to invest in research and development and new product development, including the flagship TrackSpeed system combining speed limiting with GPS tracking.

Engineering Excellence

Our in-house engineering team designs every product from scratch — hardware, firmware, and software. We control the entire development process from concept to production.

British Manufacturing

Every AutoKontrol speed limiter is assembled at our Chorley facility. British manufacturing means faster lead times, tighter quality control, and direct technical support.

Global Support

Through a network of approved installers across the UK and distribution partners worldwide, we provide comprehensive pre-sales consultancy and post-sales technical support.


Survey and Installation Service

AutoKontrol provides a comprehensive survey and installation service through our national network of approved installers. Whether you have a single vehicle or a fleet of thousands, our team will come to your premises and install your speed limiters with minimum downtime.

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