TomTom and ParkWhiz offer parking solutions in US and Canada
TomTom is integrating its maps with ParkWhiz’s database of parking facilities across the US and Canada to help drivers navigate more quickly to parking destinations. TomTom will allow drivers to view, reserve and pay for parking from their vehicles.
June 28, 2018
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1692 TomTom is integrating its maps with ParkWhiz’s database of parking facilities across the US and Canada to help drivers navigate more quickly to parking destinations.
TomTom will allow drivers to view, reserve and pay for parking from their vehicles.
Swedish payment solutions provider Seamless and Q-Park, the country’s private car park operator are to partner on a project that will enable motorists to pay for parking via SEQR using their mobile phone. Customers simply use the SEQR app in the phone to scan a QR code, and then approve the transaction by entering their PIN. A customer paying for parking with SEQR can also extend the parking time directly from their mobile without needing to return to the car park. The customer receives an immediate digita
David Crawford finds that agreeing a common data standard for auto manufacturers’ onboard sensors, navigation system companies and map makers is proving a complex task.
Inrix has launched a traffic solution which it says uses artificial intelligence (AI) to provide updates to traffic conditions and pinpoint traffic speeds in different lanes.
Inrix AI Traffic provides road authorities with information to help promote public safety and future-proof roadways, the company adds.
According to Inrix, the solution also provides:
• Estimated time of arrivals to ensure drivers arrive at their destination on-time
• Instant updates on road conditions such as roadworks, accidents
