Build vs. Buy

Thinking about building vehicle integrations?

It takes a lot to build apps for connected cars — from sorting and standardizing data across car brands, to getting the right security in place and staying up-to-date with frequent OEM API changes.

Integrating apps with cars

If you’re deciding between building your own integrations or working with experts, this guide can help.

What it takes to build a vehicle integration

When is it the right time to build or buy vehicle integrations

What companies should look for in third-party API vendors

Why build with Smartcar?

Smartcar enables developers to integrate applications and services with connected cars in a seamless and transparent way. We provide a consistent set of API endpoints across the most number of vehicle makes and models. Mobility businesses of all kinds use our APIs to track vehicle location, verify mileage, manage EV charging, share digital car keys, and much more!

Comprehensive coverage

Smartcar is compatible with the most vehicles and car brands across the United States, Canada, and Europe.

Best developer experience

Our docs, SDKs, and self-service experience are the easiest way to build mobility apps and services.

Trusted and secure

Get the help and guidance you need from our experts on the support channel you prefer the most.

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Leading brands trust Smartcar

Smartcar powers commercial apps and services for some of the world’s leading mobility businesses.

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“We searched the globe for the right technology partner and found an industry-leading partner in Smartcar. Smartcar’s team consists of innovative thinkers who push their own limits to provide more value for each use case.”

Michael Reth

CEO at Axiom Connected