Parkopedia and Irdeto announce Plug and Charge partnership to streamline global EV charging
May 17 2024 - 11:21AM
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New multi-contract Plug and Charge solution leverages Parkopedia’s
in-car Parking and EV Charging services and Irdeto’s CrossCharge
technologies to offer a seamless charging experience to drivers and
OEMs alike
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New partnership provides EV drivers with a streamlined Plug and
Charge experience, simplifying the process of authorising and
paying for EV charging
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OEMs benefit from Parkopedia’s extensive parking and charging data,
in-car payment integration expertise plus Irdeto’s payment
authentication and validation expertise
In a move set to transform the electric vehicle
(EV) charging landscape, Parkopedia, the leading connected services
provider for automotive OEMs, has teamed up with Irdeto, the world
leader in digital platform cybersecurity, to introduce the first
true multi-contract solution designed to simplify the EV charging
process, making it more accessible and secure for drivers
globally.
The partnership leverages Parkopedia’s EV
Charging service and Irdeto’s CrossCharge technologies to offer a
seamless Plug and Charge experience. The joint solution allows EV
drivers to effortlessly locate, pay for parking and charge their
vehicles directly from their in-car media systems, eliminating the
need for multiple apps or RFID cards.
Utilising Irdeto’s Public Key Infrastructure
(PKI) expertise, this innovation not only bolsters security, but
also introduces unprecedented flexibility and compatibility in EV
charging. The advanced security solution, based on ISO 15118
standards, safeguards against potential cyber threats, ensuring a
secure and reliable charging process.
Furthermore, the Plug and Charge solution offers
an innovative approach that extends the utility of legacy vehicles
by making them compatible with multiple contracts, enabling drivers
to benefit from the greatest possible access to public chargers and
the cheapest available tariffs. This compatibility ensures that
older EV models can also benefit from the flexibility and security
offered by modern charging infrastructure.
In addition to these user-centric benefits, the
new solution simplifies compliance with ISO 15118 for vehicle
manufacturers. This standard, which governs secure communication
between EVs and charging stations, requires significant technical
adherence, with the service reducing the development burden on
manufacturers, providing OEMs with a multi-contract solution for
ISO 15118. It also facilitates compliance with these industry
standards, accelerating the adoption of EVs from improved secure
and user-friendly charging solutions across the industry.
Highlighting the value of the partnership,
Duncan Licence, CPO at Parkopedia, said: “We are proud to work with
Irdeto to be able to offer the first true multi-contract Plug and
Charge setup to the industry, providing EV drivers with the
greatest possible access to EMSPs and lowest-cost tariffs. This is
possible thanks to Irdeto’s extensive network of partnerships and
cybersecurity expertise, expanding our trusted charging
infrastructure to enhance accessibility for EV drivers
everywhere.”
Niels Haverkorn, SVP and General Manager of
Connected Industries at Irdeto, added: “The partnership with
Parkopedia marks a significant milestone in our mission to drive
security and simplicity in the digital world. Leveraging Irdeto’s
expertise in cybersecurity and our commitment to innovation, we are
poised to revolutionise the EV charging experience. Our
collaboration is built on a shared vision of making EV charging
more accessible, secure and seamless for drivers around the
globe.”
About ParkopediaParkopedia is the leading
connected car services provider used by automakers, organisations
and millions of drivers around the world. Parkopedia helps drivers
find and pay for parking, EV charging, fuel and tolls across 90
countries. Parkopedia is also developing highly detailed indoor
maps and corresponding algorithms to help drivers and self-driving
vehicles navigate to available parking spaces and EV chargers.
Visit business.parkopedia.com for more information.
About Irdeto
Irdeto is the world leader in digital platform
security offering cyber services and technology solutions that
protect platforms, digital assets and software applications across
multiple industries. Irdeto’s products meet the rapidly changing
mobility demands and exceed cybersecurity regulations for
automotive, rail and beyond. We provide solutions throughout the
product lifecycle to prevent cyberattacks and help protect assets
for connected cars, commercial fleet, and construction equipment.
With a rich heritage of security innovation and rapid adaptation to
the changing demands of the cyber security space, Irdeto is the
preferred partner to empower a secure world where people can
connect with confidence. For more information, please visit
www.irdeto.com.
- Parkopedia and Irdeto announce Plug and Charge partnership to
streamline global EV charging
Sabrina Orlov
Irdeto
media@irdeto.com