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Which technology trends will most significantly impact on the current operations of the parking, transportation, and mobility industry?
Which technology trends will most significantly impact on the current operations of the parking, transportation, and mobility industry?
A Decade in Retrospect—High School Reunion Edition
A Decade in Retrospect—High School Reunion Edition
What does the future hold for parking, transportation, and mobility?
London, UK / Atlanta, US - Following the acquisition of Parkopedia by EasyPark Group and the expansion of the Group’s service portfolio, sister brand ParkMobile will launch as an eMobility Service Provider (eMSP) in North America. The EV charging service will be powered by Parkopedia, complementing ParkMobile’s existing parking platform and further enhancing its mobility offering. ParkMobile’s existing 65 million user base and market-leading smart parking and mobility platform will enable closer cooperation with Charge Point Operators (CPOs) and fleet providers operating in North America to offer a seamless EV charging and payment experience via in-vehicle headunits and the ParkMobile app. The new eMSP will leverage Parkopedia’s extensive experience in EV charging services and market-leader position for global in-car payments to create immersive EV charging payment experiences and additional opportunities for CPOs, aggregators and MSPs. This move will also support the ability to orchestrate transactions in future, offering greater added value to both drivers and fleet managers, while enabling OEMs to provide desirable premium EV charging services to their customers. This new offering will create the most accurate and convenient eMSP in North America, enabling ParkMobile customers to use their pre-existing accounts to not only park but also charge - something which is becoming increasingly important as EV adoption accelerates around the world. Unique driver experiences will be facilitated by the combination of Parkopedia’s auto-grade data products and ParkMobile’s sophisticated payment functionality. Once live, fleet customers will benefit from being able to access new EV fleet capabilities from within their existing fleet management solution, ensuring greater convenience and efficiency. Benefits for consumers This new functionality will enable ParkMobile customers to pay for parking and charging via a single solution. Not only does this provide convenience to drivers, but it also helps drivers to find the cheapest available charging sessions, regardless of provider, via multi-contract plug and charge capabilities. Research shows that many drivers are frustrated by having to rely on multiple systems to access services and want convenient unified platforms, with 97% of US participants in the 2025 In-Car Payments User Experience Report stating that they would value being able to access multiple in-car payment services (eg. parking, fuelling/EV charging etc.) through one platform. Nearly all US participants (97%) also said that in-car payment functionality would improve their driving experience, showing that integrated connected car services are becoming a more important selling point for new car buyers. Benefits for fleet managers The new solution will seamlessly integrate into existing fleet management systems, offering businesses greater convenience and helping them to reduce their operational costs thanks to intelligent route optimization and improved vehicle utilization by enabling fleets to find and access the cheapest charging options across multiple MSPs and CPOs thanks to Parkopedia’s developed multi-contract Plug & Charge solution and tariff transparency. Not only does this enable better cost control, but it also reduces the complexity of invoice management by combining parking and charging costs into one invoice. It also ensures more efficient use of fleet vehicles, improving vehicle utilization by incorporating EV charging into daily route planning. This is particularly important as the cost of public charging can vary dramatically and the benefit of reduced fuelling costs by moving from ICE vehicles to EVs is only possible if fleets charge intelligently and avoid costly charging locations and providers - some of which can cost more to charge than an equivalent amount of gas would for an ICE vehicle. Meanwhile, fleet drivers will benefit from reduced time needed to find public chargers, thanks to accurate data, including real-time availability information. In addition, having access to this functionality through the head unit of the vehicle offers greater convenience to drivers, with the option for them to view this information on mobile devices, if desired. Highlighting the value of this new eMSP, Duncan Licence, Chief Product Officer, at Parkopedia, said: “This new eMSP service will offer significant value to drivers, fleets and OEMs, by combining the value of our extensive parking and charging data with in-car transactions and making this easily accessible to more than 65 million existing ParkMobile customers. We know drivers value being able to access their driving-related services in one platform, with confidence in utilizing the best available tariffs to charge, and in-car payments becoming increasingly demanded by drivers, with this new eMSP offering covering all this and more.” Scott Booker, General Manager of Parking at EasyPark Group, parent company of ParkMobile, stated: “ParkMobile is committed to expanding direct integrations with a growing network of CPOs to deliver a seamless, high-quality experience for drivers, fleets, and OEMs. The announcement of our new eMSP service represents a significant step forward in our ability to provide added value to our customers—particularly as EV adoption accelerates and demand for frictionless charging solutions continues to rise.” About Parkopedia Parkopedia, acquired by EasyPark Group in early 2025, 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 ParkMobile ParkMobile, LLC is the leading provider of smart parking and mobility solutions in North America and part of the global parking tech company, EasyPark Group. With the vision to make cities more livable, EasyPark Group owns and develops the apps EasyPark, ParkMobile, RingGo and Park-line, and operates in over 4,000 cities across more than 20 countries. ParkMobile offers digital solutions to quickly find and pay for on-street and off-street parking via a mobile device. The company also offers parking reservations at stadiums, venues, and metro area garages. ParkMobile’s technology is used in thousands of locations across the U.S., including 8 of the top 10 cities, as well as college campuses and airports. Visit ParkMobile.io or @ParkMobile on Twitter for the latest news and information. For EasyPark Group news, visit easyparkgroup.com. About EasyPark Group EasyPark Group is a global mobility platform with a vision to make cities more livable. Present in over 20,000 cities across more than 90 countries, the company simplifies mobility worldwide. In 2025, EasyPark Group expanded its services through acquisitions, the largest being Flowbird Group. The group is uniquely equipped to support cities, automakers, businesses and operators with a mobility platform where technology, data, insights and payments make urban life easier for everyone. EasyPark Group is recognized as one of Europe’s fastest-growing businesses by Financial Times and Statista. Parkopedia Global Media Contact Adam Calland Marketing Director T: +44(0)7838219129 E: adam.calland@parkopedia.com EasyPark/ParkMobile Media Contact Haley Haas Group PR Manager, North America E: haley.haas@easypark.net
Houston, TX — Zevtron, the innovative smart EV charging software and hardware solutions provider, and Convergentz, the Houston-based provider of advanced building automation and connected real estate solutions, announced a partnership to provide EV charging technology. Through this partnership, Convergentz will sell, install, and service Zevtron’s industry-leading EV charging technology throughout Southeastern Texas. “We are excited to be partnering with Convergentz to bring our EV charging technology to Houston and beyond,” said Bob Andrews, founder of Zevtron. “Convergentz is well-known as one of the industry’s most innovative and reliable technology integrators, with a commitment to bringing connected real estate solutions to building owners throughout Southeast Texas. Working together, we plan to transform the EV landscape throughout the region.” Zevtron’s hardware agnostic software, which does not require customers to download a proprietary app, is designed to support most EV chargers and all operational models, including public charging, fleet management, and tenant-focused solutions. With advanced features like user-friendly interfaces, flexible pricing structures and use-case management, and detailed reporting, the platform ensures a superior experience for both operators and end-users. “Zevtron’s technology is the perfect solution for businesses, utilities, municipalities, and commercial property owners,” said D.J. Ramirez, GM, Security & Low Voltage for Convergentz. “Their platform gives owners complete control over who can use their chargers, how chargers can be used, and how much they can charge each user group. Texas building owners and institutions are going to love how easy it is to manage their EV infrastructure, and their charging customers are going to love how easy it is to charge their vehicles.” About Zevtron Zevtron is a leading national EV software and hardware provider based in Carlsbad, California. The company’s products and services are designed to provide flexibility, manageability, and profitability to building owners, institutions, and parking owners who offer EV charging. Zevtron is the only leading EV provider to integrate its technology with leading parking access and revenue control equipment for easy and convenient EV charging management, and its hardware agnostic software platform allows owners to keep 100% of EV charging revenues. Zevtron can be found online at www.Zevton.com. About Convergentz Convergentz is a master systems integrator specializing in innovative building technologies. It offers comprehensive solutions to improve energy efficiency, security, and infrastructure management. With expertise in various sectors, Convergentz helps businesses future-proof their operations through innovative, scalable solutions. Convergentz can be found online at www.convergentz.com.
To Future-Proof Our Environment
The parking and mobility industry plays a fundamental role in driving sustainability in transportation. Which parking and mobility innovations are promoting a greener, more sustainable future?
Forward-Thinking Policies and GPS Tracking
Challenges Facing Electric Vehicle Adoption
Rethinking Urban Mobility