Vehicle Checklist.

What is the AutoNinja checklist

Telling drivers to check their vehicles regularly is easy — but actually getting them to do it is another matter. AutoNinja makes essential monthly vehicle checks simpler and more accessible, helping drivers to spot and resolve issues before they become safety risks.

AutoNinja combines a structured monthly checklist with embedded QR codes, guiding drivers to short explainer videos showing exactly how to complete each check — from tyre tread depth to oil levels. Drivers track progress using green and red tick boxes, with the ‘red tick action list’ prompting clear next steps like booking a service or replacing worn items.

AutoNinja is available in both car and van versions, making it suitable for private motorists and fleet operators alike.

Why vehicle checks matter

Poor vehicle maintenance is a known contributory factor in road crashes. Under the Safe System approach, ensuring vehicles are roadworthy is a core element in creating safer journeys. However, many drivers lack the capability (knowledge or confidence) or the opportunity (a structured prompt) to carry out even basic checks.

The AutoNinja intervention addresses this using the COM-B behaviour change model, providing:

• Capability - easy-to-follow guides and explainer videos that show exactly what to do

• Opportunity - a structured, repeatable monthly prompt to build the habit

• Motivation - action lists that turn spotting issues into clear next steps

Key features

• Easy-to-use monthly checklist for cars and vans

• QR codes linking to short, practical explainer videos

• Green and red tick boxes to track completed checks and highlight issues

• ‘Red tick action list’ to prompt action and increase follow-through

• Suitable for personal vehicles and light commercial fleets

Activate stakeholders

One of the most effective ways to deploy AutoNinja is through MOT centres, garages and vehicle service providers. Drivers are highly receptive to vehicle safety messages when they have just invested money in repairs, or when they are facing the financial cost of maintenance.

Providing drivers with the AutoNinja checklist at the point of collection - when they are already thinking about their vehicle’s condition - maximises engagement and increases the likelihood of regular checks becoming a habit. This moment of high interest is an ideal window to embed safer vehicle behaviours.

Affordable and effective

AutoNinja is available for £875 per year, which includes:

• Unlimited use of the checklists (car and van versions)

• Digital files for easy printing and sharing

• Custom versions with your local branding available on request

• Support to embed AutoNinja within local vehicle safety campaigns

• Advice on working with garages, service centres and fleet operators to maximise impact