Volkswagen API change blocks third-party apps for electric vehicle management, frustrating users
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Andreas Floemer
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Summary
Volkswagen recently changed an API that cut off third-party services like Home Assistant Volkswagen Carnet and EVCC, which electric car owners used to query battery status, optimize charging control, and enable grid-friendly charging with surplus solar power. The change frustrated users who relied on these interfaces for managing their VW electric vehicles through third-party apps.
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This allows them to query the battery's charge status or optimize the charging control of the wallbox in their apps.
Even grid-friendly charging with surplus solar power during midday hours can be controlled via third-party apps.
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