Targa Telematics is entering into a strategic partnership with Volkswagen Group to expand its range of data solutions for fleet operators. The integration will involve dynamic vehicle data from fleet vehicles of Volkswagen, Volkswagen commercial, Audi, Škoda, SEAT and Cupra.
This partnership allows Targa Telematics to directly integrate fleet vehicle data from six Volkswagen Group brands into its own platform. This will enable new mobility services for fleet managers such as maintenance management, stolen vehicle recovery, claims management, fraud detection, drive analytics and other services that support Targa Telematics’ offerings. It uses mileage, fuel consumption, EV data, warning lights and other information without requiring new installations.
Additional benefits include tools to optimize sales strategies using historical data, maximize remarketing value, monitor and reduce operational costs, and boost fleet efficiency and utilization. “The collaborations we are pursuing with car manufacturers aim to provide new mobility services based on the integration of data from fleet vehicles equipped with OEM electronic devices, thus reducing the operational impacts related to aftermarket solution installations,” commented Alberto Falcione, vice president of sales at Targa Telematics.
By integrating data from the onboard systems of each manufacturer with a strong focus on data privacy and security, Targa Telematics aims to provide innovative connected mobility solutions. It is also GDPR-compliant, enabling mobility solutions that meet customer needs while ensuring the highest standards of data protection.
“We are thrilled to partner with Targa Telematics to bring innovative, data-driven mobility solutions to fleets across Europe,” added Julian Burkhardt, head of strategy and business development at Volkswagen Group Info Services AG. “By combining Volkswagen Group’s advanced connected vehicle data with Targa’s state-of-the-art telematics solutions, we empower fleet operators to optimize efficiency, safety and sustainability, while enabling seamless real-time decision-making without requiring additional hardware.”