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What You Can Do

  • Retrieve last known vehicle signals (e.g., battery level, odometer, fuel, tire pressure)
  • Access vehicle attributes (make, model, year, VIN, etc.)
  • Send remote commands (lock/unlock, start/stop charging, etc.)
The Vehicles API is designed primarily for exploration and non-frequent data retrieval. This API is not designed for continuous polling or real-time monitoring. Data is typically updated once every 24 hours unless the vehicle is actively subscribed to a webhook, which enables more frequent updates. For most use cases, you should avoid polling the Vehicles API at high frequency leverage webhooks instead.

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Authentication

All requests require an OAuth2 access token, which is obtained by having the vehicle owner authorize your app via Smartcar Connect.

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Base URL

https://vehicle.api.smartcar.com/v3

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Key Resources

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Example Use Cases

  • Fleet management and telematics
  • Insurance and mileage tracking
  • EV charging and energy management
  • Car sharing and rental platforms
For a step-by-step guide to integrating with the Vehicles API, see Getting Started.