• Parkopedia and Valtech Mobility collaborate to integrate parking and EV charging services within vehicle infotainment systems
• This partnership brings together Parkopedia’s data and payment processing platform and Valtech Mobility’s connected car software expertise
• Together the companies enable automakers to support their drivers to find and pay for parking, charging, fuelling and road tolls from within their vehicles

Parkopedia, a leading provider of parking, charging, and payment solutions, has entered into a partnership with Valtech Mobility, a joint venture of the Volkswagen group and digital agency Valtech. The collaboration aims to offer comprehensive digital services to drivers, focusing on vehicle-centric needs such as parking, charging, fueling, and road tolls.

By combining Parkopedia’s expertise in parking and payment processing with Valtech Mobility’s app creation and backend development experience, the two companies aim to create a seamless and convenient experience for drivers. This partnership will enable automakers to provide integrated in-car services that simplify the driving experience and allow drivers to easily find, pay for, and access various vehicle-related services.

With Parkopedia’s extensive database of point-of-interest data, accurate parking and charging information can be seamlessly integrated into in-car systems, making it easier for drivers to locate and pay for parking spaces and charging stations without the need to exit the vehicle or use a smartphone. This integrated solution aims to offer a frictionless in-car commerce experience for drivers.

The partnership with Valtech Mobility also enables deeper integration with in-vehicle systems and sensors, surpassing a detached white-label app-only approach. Automakers can tailor the user experience to meet the specific needs of their drivers, providing a customized and user-friendly interface.

The services provided by Parkopedia and Valtech Mobility can be accessed through Google Automotive Services (GAS) and other platforms in the future, allowing drivers to access the features through voice commands, ensuring ease of use and a seamless integration with the vehicle’s interface. Both companies have a global presence, operating in Europe, North America, China, Japan, and other markets.

Markus Dohl, VP of Sales & Business Development Europe at Parkopedia, expressed excitement about the partnership, highlighting the opportunity to provide an integrated parking, charging, and payment solution to a wider audience. Norman Palmhof, Business Director at Valtech Mobility, also expressed enthusiasm, emphasizing the compatibility and scale of the collaboration and the ability to deliver excellent data quality.

Overall, the partnership between Parkopedia and Valtech Mobility aims to enhance the driving experience by simplifying vehicle-related tasks and providing a seamless, end-to-end solution for parking, charging, and payment services.