Following its recent expansion in the US, Australia-based Intelematics has entered into a joint venture with roadside assistance clubs the 1459 AA in the UK, 481 ANWB in the Netherlands and ÖAMTC, the Austrian club, to establish Intelematics Europe and deliver new connected car services to the European market.
The partnership between Intelematics and three of Europe’s largest motoring clubs will focus on the development of connected car services for the clubs and vehicle manufacturers – from information and entertainment solutions, insurance services, smartphone integration and remote support services. The first of the new connected car solutions is expected to be available to motorists later this year.
Adam Game, chief executive officer, Intelematics, said the joint venture would benefit from the experience of high-quality partners in the AA, ANWB and ÖAMTC and would allow Intelematics to expand its market reach and collaborate with some of Europe’s most trusted and respected motoring club brands. “This initiative builds on existing relationships to create global best-practice vehicle connectivity solutions to benefit motoring Club members worldwide,” said Game.
Intelematics Europe will host and operate a local version of the company’s Telematics Services Hub (TSH) technology platform in compliance with local legislative requirements, regulations and ICT working practices. The implementation of the TSH in both Europe and North America will enable Intelematics to deliver a common telematics solution across three continents.
The initial Intelematics Europe solutions will access a vehicle’s on-board diagnostics (OBD) port to deliver remote support services and insurance related content, as well as the potential for club members to save money by avoiding costly vehicle repairs. Combined, these elements will result in a more personalised and informed driving experience and, ultimately, increased value for motoring club members.
Bob Mackenzie, executive chairman of the AA, said “Intelematics Europe will leverage the technology platform and capability of the Intelematics group, combined with the expertise, reach and brands of the AA, ANWB and ÖAMTC to provide innovative connected car services directed at roadside assistance club members in Europe, both in association with car manufacturers and directly for consumers."
The partnership between Intelematics and three of Europe’s largest motoring clubs will focus on the development of connected car services for the clubs and vehicle manufacturers – from information and entertainment solutions, insurance services, smartphone integration and remote support services. The first of the new connected car solutions is expected to be available to motorists later this year.
Adam Game, chief executive officer, Intelematics, said the joint venture would benefit from the experience of high-quality partners in the AA, ANWB and ÖAMTC and would allow Intelematics to expand its market reach and collaborate with some of Europe’s most trusted and respected motoring club brands. “This initiative builds on existing relationships to create global best-practice vehicle connectivity solutions to benefit motoring Club members worldwide,” said Game.
Intelematics Europe will host and operate a local version of the company’s Telematics Services Hub (TSH) technology platform in compliance with local legislative requirements, regulations and ICT working practices. The implementation of the TSH in both Europe and North America will enable Intelematics to deliver a common telematics solution across three continents.
The initial Intelematics Europe solutions will access a vehicle’s on-board diagnostics (OBD) port to deliver remote support services and insurance related content, as well as the potential for club members to save money by avoiding costly vehicle repairs. Combined, these elements will result in a more personalised and informed driving experience and, ultimately, increased value for motoring club members.
Bob Mackenzie, executive chairman of the AA, said “Intelematics Europe will leverage the technology platform and capability of the Intelematics group, combined with the expertise, reach and brands of the AA, ANWB and ÖAMTC to provide innovative connected car services directed at roadside assistance club members in Europe, both in association with car manufacturers and directly for consumers."
