How to Create a Vehicle in LiftGrid Core

Creating a vehicle in LiftGrid Core allows you to assign vehicles to users and manage their status efficiently. This guide will help you set up a vehicle quickly and accurately.

Before You Start

  • Ensure you have administrative access to the LiftGrid platform.
  • Confirm that you have the necessary vehicle details, such as the plate number and assigned user ID.
  • Verify that the user you wish to assign the vehicle to is already added to the system.

Steps to Create a Vehicle

  1. Access Vehicle Management — Log in to LiftGrid and navigate to the Core module. Select Vehicles from the menu to open the vehicle management section.
  2. Initiate Vehicle Creation — Click the Add Vehicle button to start the process. This will open a form where you can input vehicle details.
  3. Enter Vehicle Details — Fill in the required fields such as plate, name, and assigned_user_id. Ensure all information is accurate to avoid errors later.
  4. Set Vehicle Status — Use the active field to specify whether the vehicle is currently in use. This helps in tracking and managing vehicle availability.
  5. Review and Save — Double-check all entered information for accuracy. Once confirmed, click Save to create the vehicle in the system.

Common Issues

Vehicle Not Saving — Ensure all required fields are filled out correctly and that there are no duplicate entries for the vehicle plate.

User Not Found — Verify that the assigned_user_id corresponds to an existing user in the system. Users must be added before they can be assigned vehicles.

FAQ

What details are required to create a vehicle? To create a vehicle, you need the plate number, vehicle name, and assigned user ID.

Can I change the assigned user after creating the vehicle? Yes, you can update the assigned user by editing the vehicle details in the Core module.

How do I deactivate a vehicle? To deactivate a vehicle, set the active field to false in the vehicle’s details and save the changes.