Webfleet, Bridgestone’s fleet management brand, has integrated Volkswagen Group Info Services AG into its OEM.connect programme for direct data access.

Fleets can now connect six Volkswagen Group brands to Webfleet in minutes

The partnership allows fleet operators to link vehicles from six major Volkswagen brands directly to the Webfleet platform within minutes, completely eliminating the need for aftermarket hardware installation.

This integration spans Volkswagen Passenger Cars, Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles, Škoda, SEAT, Cupra and Audi vehicles.

By using the native telematics units built into these models, businesses can activate data streaming simply by entering the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) into the system. This digital onboarding process removes the typical bottlenecks of physical hardware installations, such as vehicle downtime, scheduling mechanic appointments and upfront device procurement expenses.

Once activated, fleets using Volkswagen Group vehicles can monitor fuel levels, track EV battery performance and enhance reporting for better efficiency. Additionally, they can minimise downtime through proactive vehicle health notifications.

The solution also supports mixed fleets. Whether a business runs with models from a single brand or a combination from different manufacturers, everything is visible and manageable in one place: inside the Webfleet platform or through the Webfleet mobile app.

Jan-Maarten de Vries, president fleet management solutions at Bridgestone, said: “We always aim to make connecting vehicles to Webfleet as quick and easy as possible. Adding six Volkswagen Group brands to OEM.connect serves that goal perfectly. Fleet operators get immediate access to valuable data that helps them optimise their operations.

“This collaboration represents an important step in expanding our OEM.connect ecosystem, enabling fleets to adopt connected services faster and with less complexity.”

Lasse Schmidt van Hülst, lead sales & key account management at Volkswagen Group Info Services AG, added: “Combining our vehicle data with Webfleet’s advanced fleet solutions supports the continued development of connected fleet services across Europe. By making vehicle data available through trusted partners, we are helping fleet operators improve performance, while ensuring secure and compliant data use.”