A developer friendly API for Volvo vehicles

Mobility apps and services use Smartcar’s API to verify mileage, manage EV charging, track fleets, and much more. Our API platform allows vehicle owners to log in with their Volvo On Call account and connect their car to your app in just a few clicks.

What is Smartcar?

Smartcar enables developers to integrate their apps and services with Volvo vehicles. Easily retrieve data and trigger actions with our simple and secure API for Volvo vehicles. Our Volvo API endpoints enable you to manage charging, track location, verify mileage, and much more.

The best way to build apps for Volvo vehicles

Our RESTful API for Volvo is fast, reliable, and easy to use with every tech stack. No matter which framework your mobile or web app is built in, our documentation and SDKs support every major language.

const smartcar = require('smartcar');

// Get all vehicles associated with this access token
const {vehicles} = await smartcar.getVehicles("<access-token>");

// Construct a new vehicle instance using the first vehicle's id
const vehicle = new smartcar.Vehicle(vehicles[0], "<access-token>");

// Fetch the vehicle's location
const location = await vehicle.location();

// Example http response from Smartcar
{
  "latitude": 37.4292,
  "longitude": 122.1381
}

See the API docs

Product features

Compatible with Volvo telematics

Extensive documentation and SDKs

Friendly user consent flow

Trusted & secure

Access to live car data

No need for aftermarket hardware

Compatible with your Volvo

Our API platform is compatible with 37 vehicle brands including Volvo. Whether you have the Volvo V60, the XC90, or the new electric XC40 Recharge, your app can connect to all Volvo models that support the Volvo On Call app.

Volvo, the Volvo logo, and its respective model names are a trademark of Zhejiang Geely Holding Group and does not indicate endorsement of or affiliation with Smartcar.

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