Geotab integrates data from Volkswagen fleets

Geotab has announced a partnership with Volkswagen Group Info Services AG (VW GIS). The provider of connected transportation solutions sees collaboration with the strategic partner for multi-brand data products within the Volkswagen Group as an important step in extending its OEM network.

Utilizing Database

Built-in sensors collect vehicle-generated data from Volkswagen fleets, provided the fleet customers consent. On request, this data is transmitted to the Geotab platform via an application programming interface (API). The latter simplifies data collection and processing and provides critical insights without compromising data protection and security, according to Geotab. Additionally, it ensures that all information is sent and stored within a secure database. Thus, fleet operators retain control over this data.

The collected data supports, among other things, fleets in the areas of vehicle leasing and rental or last-mile delivery. Additionally, real-time decisions regarding productivity and compliance are possible in this way.

“The partnership with Volkswagen Group Info Services AG allows us to reach more customers who use embedded telematics and are looking for suitable fleet management solutions. Thanks to the integration of well-known brands from the Volkswagen portfolio, we can further strengthen our customers' trust,” explains Christoph Ludewig, Vice President Europe OEM and Leasing/Rental/Mobility at Geotab. “However, we are not the only ones who benefit from this partnership. The Volkswagen Group Info Services AG integration offers various additional advantages for OEMs and customers alike. OEMs no longer need to build and maintain their own tech stack for data processing, analysis, and visualization; instead, customers seamlessly feed their data into the platform using cloud-to-cloud APIs. Customers continue to have access to all OEM-specific data points—including those of other OEMs if they operate a cross-brand fleet. The data is then optimally processed and integrated with other fleet data to enable a 360° view of the fleets.”

Optimize Fleet Performance

On a central platform, MyGeotab unites vehicle-generated OEM data from various automobile manufacturers – including the Volkswagen Group (VW, Audi, Škoda, Cupra, Seat), the BMW-Mini Group, Renault, Dacia, Ford, all Stellantis brands and Mercedes-Benz – as well as data from Geotab's own telematics devices. Additionally, analytics contribute to the implementation of various sustainability initiatives and the creation of CSRD reports (Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive). This enables fleet operators to, for example, optimize routes, increase fuel efficiency, uncover electrification potentials, promote safe driving practices, and reduce idle times. Extensive insights from MyGeotab thus primarily help fleet managers to understand and optimize their fleet's performance.

"We are very pleased to equip fleet operators across Europe with advanced telematics technology in collaboration with Geotab. By integrating vehicle-generated data from the Volkswagen Group, fleet managers receive the information necessary for real-time decisions, allowing them to operate their fleets more efficiently, safely, and sustainably – all without additional hardware," adds Patricia Stich, Chairwoman of Volkswagen Group Info Services AG.