Patent ID: 8417415

Claim:
A driver authentication and monitoring system, comprising: a self-contained master control unit for use within a motor vehicle independently of the motor vehicle's computer and including a GPS module for providing speed and location information, said self-contained master control unit including a microprocessor and memory for storing and managing driver operating profiles and for authenticating at least one driver via a driver identification and data logging device wherein said master control unit is configured to receive a unique identification code, to permit said at least one driver to operate said vehicle within an operating profile unique to said at least one driver and pre-programmed in the master control unit; and a slave control unit coupled to said master control unit and located with said master control unit in said motor vehicle and in wired communication with said master control unit, said slave control unit configured to receive commands from said master control unit and to generate at least one of an audible and visual alarm signal and cut off power to the host vehicle radio/stereo system if said at least one driver violates said operating profile unique to said at least one driver, thereby providing feedback about said vehicle usage.