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London, UK / Martorell, Spain - Parkopedia and SEAT S.A. are working together to enable convenient in-car payments for parking. CUPRA drivers are now able to access seamless ‘Park & Pay’ in-car payment functionality, allowing them to make parking payments with ease, without leaving the vehicle. This takes the stress out of finding parking machines when arriving at car parks and bypasses issues such as out-of-order machines, not having the right change, card payment issues and more. This service is powered by Parkopedia, with a comprehensive location database and Payment Platform for on-demand in-car payments across both on-street and off-street locations. This new functionality is currently available on CUPRA Born and Tavascan models with the CUPRA Navi system across 17 European countries1. The service is planned to be added to the remaining CUPRA range and SEAT models during 2025. European drivers have a significant interest in in-car payments, with nearly two-thirds wanting to be able to pay for parking through their in-car infotainment system, according to the latest Parkopedia Global Driver Survey. This makes parking the service drivers request most for in-car payments, highlighting the often inconvenient process of paying for car parking and the negative impact this can have on the driving experience. Recognising the strong driver interest in in-car payments for parking, Markus Dohl, VP Sales & BD Europe at Parkopedia, said: “European motorists have a particular interest in being able to access in-car payments for parking, so we are pleased to be working with SEAT S.A. to provide this valued service for their drivers, unlocking seamless payments for parking sessions and adding convenience to their journeys. We look forward to the roll-out of this service to the rest of the SEAT and CUPRA model range in 2025.” 1The ‘Park & Pay’ service is live in the following European countries: Austria, Belgium, Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Hungary, Italy, Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, and Switzerland About Parkopedia Parkopedia is the leading connected car services provider used by automakers, organizations 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 SEAT S.A. SEAT S.A. is the only car maker to design, develop, manufacture and sell cars in Spain. The multinational company is based in Martorell (Barcelona) and sells vehicles under the CUPRA and SEAT brands, giving drivers the best of both worlds: cars with efficient combustion engines, mild and plug-in hybrids and 100% electric vehicles. Parkopedia Global Media Contact Adam Calland Marketing Director T: +44(0)7838219129 E: adam.calland@parkopedia.com

Carlsbad, CA – Zevtron, a leading provider of innovative EV charging solutions, is proud to announce its support for locations currently utilizing the Shell Recharge EV system, as Shell prepares to discontinue its Shell Sky software on April 30, 2025 for third-party commercial EV chargers in the United States and Canada. With a proven white-label platform that seamlessly integrates into existing OCPP compatible charging hardware, Zevtron is stepping in to ensure a smooth and uninterrupted transition for affected businesses, utilities, facilities, municipalities, and other government agencies. The impending shutdown of Shell Sky software has raised concerns for businesses and municipalities relying on Shell Recharge’s solution to manage their EV charging operations. Zevtron’s advanced, OCCP-compliant software offers a robust alternative that is fully capable of replacing Shell’s system. With a track record of successful transitions in similar scenarios, Zevtron provides a quick and efficient migration process, minimizing downtime and ensuring continuity of service for EV users. “We understand the challenges businesses face when a critical software platform is discontinued,” said Bob Andrews, CEO at Zevtron. “Our solution allows locations to retain their existing chargers while upgrading to a more flexible and customizable platform that supports their specific operational needs. This is about enabling our partners to maintain control of their EV infrastructure without disruptions.” Key Benefits of Transitioning to Zevtron’s EV Solution: Migration: Zevtron’s team has experience in transitioning locations quickly and efficiently from Shell Recharge to its own white-label software, ensuring minimal service interruption. Compatibility: The platform integrates with most existing hardware, eliminating the need for costly equipment replacement. Zevtron has relationships with most top tier EV hardware providers. Customizability: Zevtron’s white-label solution empowers locations to brand and tailor their EV charging services to meet customer needs. Future-Ready: The platform is OCCP-compliant, ensuring compatibility with evolving technologies and industry standards. Zevtron’s software, which does not require customers to download a proprietary app, is designed to support various operational models, including public charging, fleet management, and tenant-focused solutions. With advanced features like user-friendly interfaces, flexible pricing structures, and detailed reporting, the platform ensures a superior experience for both operators and end-users. Locations currently using Shell Recharge are encouraged to begin planning their transition to Zevtron’s solution as soon as possible to avoid service disruptions. Zevtron’s team is available to provide personalized consultations and migration support tailored to each facility’s unique requirements. For more information about Zevtron’s EV solutions or to schedule a consultation, please visit www.zevtron.com or contact Chris Mckenty, SVP Sales & Marketing, at cmckenty@zevtron.com. 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.Zevtron.com.

System TV is breaking new ground with an exciting podcast that takes you behind the scenes of the parking industry. Join Jerome, Phil, and Robin for an engaging and insightful experience. In this episode, you’ll discover: - Eye-opening insights into the parking industry: You’ll never look at a parking lot the same way again! - Behind-the-scenes stories: Meet the passionate people driving innovation in this often-overlooked sector. - System TV’s journey: From humble beginnings to tackling the challenges of becoming a key player in the industry. - Surprising anecdotes: Fascinating stories that bring a fresh perspective and a touch of humor. Whether you’re passionate about innovation, curious about industry transformations, or simply love inspiring conversations, this podcast is for you! Don’t miss this chance to explore the hidden world of the parking industry. Discover the episode : https://youtu.be/7vxTlNcA4NE

Passport, the technology leader in parking compliance and curbside payment solutions, is alerting North American cities about a new scam that could potentially make parkers victims of fraud. The scam involves fraudulent text messages claiming to be from a city, notifying individuals of an outstanding parking invoice, and requesting payment via a link. These messages are currently being sent to users in the cities of Charlotte, NC, and Boston, MA and Houston, TX. To safeguard consumers, cities should communicate this potential issue with a warning and clarification on how consumers can confirm if the request is valid. Passport suggests that cities inform residents that: They can verify any outstanding citations through the city's parking portal. By entering a license plate number, users can view all citations, see related photographs, and either appeal or pay charges directly through the secure online system. The city will only use official methods to notify residents of parking citation charges. This includes a physical citation on the windshield and letters via USPS if the citation is unpaid. The city will never send payment links via text message or request payment through unofficial channels.

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Stockholm, Sweden - EasyPark Group, a leading provider of digital parking and mobility solutions, announces the completion of its strategic acquisition of Flowbird Group. Together, the company will use its combined capabilities to deliver full-service parking and transportation solutions to ease urban mobility globally and expand into new markets. Cameron Clayton, current CEO of EasyPark Group, has been appointed as the CEO of the new joint company. Frédéric Beylier, the current CEO of Flowbird Group, is leaving the company. "Today marks a step toward improving space utilization worldwide as EasyPark Group and Flowbird come together as one team. Our broader set of offerings will empower our customers to optimize mobility and reinvest in public transportation, greenspaces and the revitalization of urban centers. I invite cities, transportation authorities and organizations across the mobility industry to join us on this journey. Together, we'll make cities more livable," said Cameron Clayton, CEO of EasyPark Group. The acquisition uniquely positions the joint company to future-proof cities with smart parking and transportation solutions. Through a localized approach, the company will meet each city's needs with a complementary mix of mobile paid parking, pay-and-display machines, public transport solutions, accompanied by suitable pricing, parking policies, data and insights. "This acquisition marks an exciting chapter for mobility, unlocking new possibilities and the potential to create value for people, customers, partners, and municipalities. As I step aside after a thrilling growth journey with the Flowbird teams, I'm confident that the future of the joint company holds more promising adventures and successes with its talented and dedicated people." says Frédéric Beylier, CEO of Flowbird Group. For now, it's business continuity to deliver the highest quality service to our customers and partners. As the new, joint company begins the foundation to build a leading global mobility platform, more information will be shared on organizational structure in the coming months. Vitruvian Partners, Verdane and Searchlight Capital Partners L.P., the investment firms that will own the joint company, support the acquisition and are proud for the two companies to come together. The parties have agreed not to disclose the terms of the transaction. "In an Open Letter to the Industry, our newly appointed CEO, Cameron Clayton, shares his insights on what this means for our customers and the future of urban mobility." Follow EasyPark Group in our newsroom: www.easyparkgroup.com/news About EasyPark Group EasyPark Group is a global mobility platform provider with the vision to make cities more livable. With award-winning technology, EasyPark Group has eased parking since 2001 and today, the company helps drivers save time and money by finding and managing parking and electric vehicle charging. It allows businesses, parking operators, property owners and cities to administrate, plan and take data-driven decisions. 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. In 2024, EasyPark Group was listed as one of the fastest growing companies in Europe by Financial Times and Statista. Visit www.easyparkgroup.com for the latest news and information. About Flowbird Group Flowbird Group solutions are used in 6,000 cities in 80 countries to make journeys effortless. The company's relentless desire to enable mobility, through frictionless technology, which gives back time to us all, is the driving force behind the innovations. Flowbird Group is dedicated to complete, data-led solutions, which can be used to inform mobility policy and make a positive impact.

Dallas, Texas – JustPark, the parking app solution originally from the U.K., has secured its first major U.S. partnership with the University of Hawai’i, a significant step in its journey to become the parking app of choice across North America, following its merger with ParkHub last year. At the University of Hawai’i at  Mānoa, JustPark is replacing traditional visitor parking pay stations in certain areas of campus with an app-based system, enabling fast, secure, and cashless payments via smartphones. This upgrade eliminates long queues and the need for loose change, making parking faster, easier, and more convenient for students, faculty, and visitors. JustPark, a household name used by more than 13 million drivers in the U.K. to secure stress-free parking, is now hoping to replicate its success in the U.S. The company’s recent merger with leading Dallas-based parking solutions provider ParkHub has created a full-service parking software and payments solution for customers across North America and together their combined entity serves over 20 million drivers and more than 500 B2B customers, facilitating over $1 billion in annual booking volumes. Switching to the JustPark app, from traditional payment machines, offers multiple benefits for both drivers and operators. These include: Instant mobile payments: Using a unique Location ID, eliminating the hassle of finding a pay station or waiting in line. Reduced operational costs: By eliminating the need for physical pay stations, operators can save significantly on maintenance expenses and eliminate the risk of vandalism. Flexible remote extensions: Drivers can extend their parking session remotely via the JustPark app, offering peace of mind and convenience during long events,  extended campus visits and unexpected delays. Secure, Contactless Transactions: Encrypted payments minimize physical contact and protect personal and financial information. Digital receipts: Secure receipt tracking allows users to review and manage parking records effortlessly. Anthony Eskinazi, Founder of JustPark, said: "Our app has transformed parking experiences across the U.K., and we’re eager to bring the same convenience and efficiency to American drivers, starting with this forward-thinking partnership with the University of Hawai’i. The university’s commitment to innovation makes it the perfect launch partner for JustPark in the U.S. and we’re excited to work with them to deliver a smarter, streamlined cashless parking solution." Download the app here For further details visit www.justpark.com For more information please contact: Sarah Jackson M: +44(0) 7306 256 148 E: media@justpark.com About JustPark: JustPark, a trusted name in UK parking technology, recently joined forces with ParkHub, a leader in event parking solutions, to expand its award-winning approach to the United States. With decades of customer-focused experience and an award-winning app, JustPark transforms underutilized spaces into seamless parking opportunities for drivers and revenue generators for businesses. In the U.S., JustPark will initially focus on its On-Demand parking solution, offering drivers quick, flexible, and hassle-free access to parking when they need it most, with plans to introduce its popular pre-booking feature to the U.S. market in the future. For businesses and property owners, JustPark delivers industry-leading solutions that optimize parking operations, improve data visibility, and increase revenue. Whether enhancing driver loyalty or simplifying dynamic pricing, JustPark and ParkHub are committed to true collaboration—because we succeed when our partners do.

Motherboard replacements, EMV reader repairs, ticket jams, sensor cleanings, low ink warnings… and a $20,000+ purchase cost! These challenges defined traditional parking systems (PARCS). At the University of Southern Maine (USM), we asked, “What if this could be a thing of the past?” Since 2005, USM relied on traditional PARCS and paystations, often requiring assistance to resolve issues. Now, with Software Defined PARCS (SDPARCS), we’ve not only eliminated constant repairs but introduced built-in intercoms and live help at the tap of a button—right out of the box. ………all with a simple plug and play android device. With SDPARCS, day-to-day operations no longer include constant troubleshooting. At USM, we’ve reduced paystation expenses by over 93%, saving significantly over 3–5 years. SDPARCS is a streamlined solution: a single column equipped with an Android device and power/internet connection. This small, efficient unit can function as both a paystation and a PARCS system, simultaneously replacing entry and exit hardware. It’s simpler, smarter, and more cost-effective. USM selected ParkEngage as our SDPARCS provider for their ability to customize the system to our needs. The difference between SDPARCS and traditional PARCS is transformative—like moving from a 1960s mainframe computer room to a modern smartphone. For our team, the change has been monumental. We’ve eliminated hours spent troubleshooting machines, enabling us to focus on delivering better service to our campus community. Trystan Henry is a Manager of Parking & Transportation with the University of Southern Maine. Trystan can be reached at Trystan.henry@maine.edu.

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West Hartford, CT — Modii, a leader in digital parking and mobility solutions, is partnering with cities and universities nationwide to transform the parking ecosystem for both drivers and administrators alike. In its latest collaboration with the Town of West Hartford (WeHa), Modii continues to do so, by digitizing the city’s parking assets to simplify parking guidance for drivers and optimize operations and management for City Administrators. As part of the West Hartford parking project, Modii has introduced the WeHa Parking Finder, a tool designed to guide users to the most convenient parking locations. Drivers can view parking options based on their destination, access pricing details, pay for parking, and more. Drivers can look for ADA accessible parking spaces or Pick-up Drop-off (PUDO) zones - all from their mobile device. The integration of the Parking Finder in West Hartford is designed to equip drivers with an easily accessible tool that allows them to find parking, and limit the stress associated with it, especially around high-traffic areas. “We are thrilled to partner with the Town of West Hartford to enhance parking and mobility for everyone. As a frequent visitor to West Hartford, I know firsthand that its vibrant mix of shops, restaurants, and businesses makes it a prime destination for people across the state. Through this collaboration, we're not only making parking more convenient for drivers but also equipping city administrators with advanced tools and insights to manage their parking assets more efficiently,” said James Emery, SVP of Operations and Revenue at Modii. As part of the Modii-WeHa initiative, the West Hartford Municipal Parking Division has been empowered with a centralized dashboard that allows them to manage parking assets digitally. This user interface provides administrators with the tools needed to update and optimize existing parking assets and seamlessly prepare for future events. “With today’s lifestyle, consumers want information on demand, readily available and catered to their interests. We want consumers to have options accessible at their fingertips when it comes to parking services in West Hartford Center and Blue Back Square,” said Brooke Nelson, Operations Manager, Town of West Hartford. The Modii—WeHa partnership is dedicated to evolving and enhancing digital parking solutions for the Town of West Hartford. By leading the digital transformation of mobility, we aim to create a more efficient and seamless experience for the entire community.