Intersting. How do you propose actually conecting to the car? In the UK at least, there's no hardware to do that.
Hi, just a quick
"FAQ" below:
Why should I use EVNotify?
Because many cars don't have the possibility to remotely monitor data. And even if they have - the
app might be bad or the manufacture will simply drop support after a few years. Often they want
you to pay for the service. EVNotify is free and completely open source. And under continuous
development. You can bring your ideas in the app.
But you might be asking, why you need such an app to see your data. Image the following
situation:
You are on a road trip and you charge. While charging, you are drinking a coffee - and you want to
know, when you can end the charge and continue with driving.
Without EVNotify you can't. But with EVNotify you can sit in the Cafè and watch the state of charge
increasing.
Or another situation:
You go back and the car charges. The charge interrupts due to an error. After two hours you come
back - the car hasn't charged.
With EVNotify you will receive an instant notification, if charging aborted.
EVNotify also helps you to track your charges, consumptions and drives. It can also help you to
find nearby stations to charge your electric vehicle.
What do I need for EVNotify?
Download the app on the Google Play Store. You currently need an Android device with at least
Android 4.1 installed, Android 6 or later is recommended.
Furthermore you need a bluetooth-capable OBDII-dongle.
To retrieve the data you can simply use another device with EVNotify or use the web interface
(compatible with any device).
Is EVNotify free?
It's free. And it will stay free. It's not sponsored. It's not advertised. It's built and financed from a
young, enthusiastic developer that wants to solve problems instead of complaining about them.
Which cars and platforms are supported on EVNotify?
Sender in the car, that reads data from car, currently needs to be an Android device. The device,
that retrieves the data can be any device when using the platform independent web interface. More
platforms coming soon. Many cars are now supported. Most of them only have basic support. See
wiki for more information.
What should I keep in mind when using EVNotify?
You are interacting with your car. Keep this in mind when you are using EVNotify. Use it on your
own risk. I'm not liable for any damage caused by improper use or cheap OBDII-devices.
Furthermore you should not let the dongle plugged in. It can drain the 12V battery of the car.
How can I use EVNotify?
Download the app. Plug the OBDII-device in the OBDII-port of your supported electric vehicle.
Charge or turn the engine on - open EVNotify. Create an account. Select the OBDII-device, your car
and apply your settings. You are ready!
EVNotify - Monitor your electric vehicle remotely