# Open Vehicles

> Remote monitoring and GPS tracking for electric vehicles. (iPhone/iPad app by Network Box Corporation.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/open-vehicles/id490098531 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Network Box Corporation](https://appshunter.io/developer/292779160)
- Category: Utilities, Travel
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.10/5 from 12 App Store ratings · 19 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 12.0 · 50 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2011-12-21
- Data updated: 2026-07-04
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/open-vehicles/id490098531/reviews.md

## What is Open Vehicles?

Brought you by the open-source OVMS project, you can finally remotely monitor your cutting edge Electric Vehicles. The app shows you your current state of charge (SOC), door/trunk/hood status, tire pressures and temperatures (TPMS), core system temperatures (PEM, motor, and ESS/battery), and displays your car's live GPS location on the map.

Although separate OVMS hardware is required for remote monitoring your vehicle, you can try out this app and see what it can offer you via the included DEMO car account.

Charging station integration and information provided by Zero Carbon World (http://www.zerocarbonworld.org/open-charge-map) and the Open Charge Map project (www.openchargemap.org).

Find out more about the OVMS car attachment hardware and the project on our website: http://www.openvehicles.com/.

## Key features

- Remote EV monitoring
- State of Charge (SOC)
- Door/trunk/hood status
- Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
- Core system temperatures
- Live GPS location tracking
- Charging station integration

## Recent user reviews (10 of 19)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/open-vehicles/id490098531/reviews.md

### 2/5 — Great idea. Not so much the implementation

*2024-07-24, version 1.8.6*

Got the hardware. Plugged in. Working. Connected to the server. I can use command line control but that is cumbersome and I am not e pert enough to get full functionality. The app is a great idea and provides an interface for that. Except it doesn’t work. Shame.

### 5/5 — Must have for LEAF owners!

*2023-07-12, version 1.8.6*

If you’re frustrated with CARWINGS/NissanConnect EV, OVMS is for you! Especially if you have a 2015 or older with 2G TCU that probably doesn’t work anymore. Just buy the OVMS box, set it up and connect it to your OBDII port. Has LTE & Wi-Fi support, so it will work for many years to come!

Get your exact battery percentage instantly with realistic range based on your previous driving. Start your climate control in seconds. Even works on S model with no navigation or telematics system. See the exact location of your vehicle when it’s parked or driving. Monthly cost of service including data for included SIM is just a loonie or toonie per month.

### 3/5 — Issue with 2013 Nissan Leaf more recent update

*2023-05-11, version 1.8.6*

AC ON / OFF button doesn’t show up in the app anymore. Have to use Homelink option 1 to turn ON and 2 to turn OFF.

TPMS tire pressure details are not shown anymore.

Lock and Unlock also doesn’t work!

### 3/5 — It works, kinda…

*2023-01-19, version 1.8.6*

I got my OVMS around November and installed it in my 2016 LEAF. It works well, and I went so far as to self host the server software. The android app works MUCH better than this iOS app. Not sure what’s going on, but I only have about 1/3 the capability in iOS than on android. I bought a fire tablet just so I could have a “start the heater” button.

In iOS I'm only getting a way to start and stop charging, battery status, map location, lock and unlock, and valet mode.

Also a command line where I can take the time to type “climatecontrol on” and pray it works.

Really hope the iOS version gets an update to bring feature parody to android.

### 5/5 — Nissan Leaf Upgrade!

*2022-12-15, version 1.8.6*

I’m very happy with my purchase and will gladly support the OVMS project. I just finished setting up the module in my vehicle with GSM and it works like a charm. 

REMEMBER LEAF USERS: If you want Remote Climate + Lock/Unlock set Vehicle > Features > Can Write to :1 from :0 in the app to enable this feature after unplugging your 2G TCU. This will get you back on track to be able to get your car nice and toasty with a simple command.

Coming from iOS development I will be glad to support the project with whatever skills I possess to help users take advantage of this software!

### 1/5 — Nissan Leaf

*2022-10-20, version 1.8.6*

I bought their OVMS module for my 2013 Nissan Leaf and updated to their latest firmware. Even unplugged the TCU diagnostic connector. It took a while to setup, and the wizard was easy to follow hence the 1 star in my review. Other than battery stats, nothing is working!
No lock/unlock functionality
No climate control
Also incorrect gps location 
No way to contact the OVMS support!!

### 5/5 — Working great but please add picture of MG MG5

*2021-06-19, version 1.8.4*

Please add a picture of the MG5

### 5/5 — Support for MG ZS EV is coming

*2020-10-09, version 1.8.4*

This is a great app with lots of potential to be very useful. At the moment it has a little support for the ZS EV, but the developers are working on it to bring more functionality for the MG.

### 5/5 — Great app

*2019-09-15, version 1.7.2*

Ovms is so much better then Nissan EV connect system. It works great installed in my Nissan Leaf to view real-time state of charge, charging speed, battery temperature and activate remote climate control. App is super fast to reload and does not require anytime to refresh unlike the Nissan system.

### 5/5 — 12v battery addition

*2019-03-10, version 1.7.2*

This is so useful as none of the outlets in the car remain live, so it is hard to know what the voltage is after a settling period, which can give you advanced warning of end of life. I used to use sms message communication for it but that stopped working with my Sim. Now I don’t care! It’s always on display.

## Frequently asked questions about Open Vehicles

### What electric vehicles can Open Vehicles monitor?

Open Vehicles is designed to monitor electric vehicles that are compatible with the OVMS hardware. The app itself provides a demo account to showcase its capabilities without requiring specific vehicle hardware.

### Does Open Vehicles require any hardware to work?

Yes, separate OVMS hardware is required for remote monitoring of your vehicle. However, you can explore the app's features using the included DEMO car account.

### What information does Open Vehicles provide about my EV?

The app displays the current state of charge (SOC), door/trunk/hood status, tire pressures and temperatures (TPMS), and core system temperatures (PEM, motor, and ESS/battery). It also shows your car's live GPS location.

### How does Open Vehicles handle charging station information?

Charging station integration and information are provided by Zero Carbon World and the Open Charge Map project, offering data on available charging points.

### Is Open Vehicles available on multiple devices?

Yes, Open Vehicles is supported on iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices, allowing for monitoring across Apple's ecosystem.

### How often is Open Vehicles updated?

The latest version of Open Vehicles is 1.8.6, and it was last updated on September 29, 2021. This indicates a history of development and maintenance for the application.

### What is the age rating for Open Vehicles?

Open Vehicles has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users, including younger individuals.

### Does Open Vehicles have ads?

No, Open Vehicles does not contain advertisements, providing an uninterrupted user experience.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.8.6 — 2021-09-29

Support starting immediate charge when vehicle is waiting for timer start.

### 1.8.5 — 2021-06-28

Minor revisions to vehicle images. Add support for Maxus eDeliver3.

### 1.8.4 — 2020-10-06

Fix issue with light (vs dark) mode in iOS 14.

### 1.8.3 — 2020-09-30

Updated vehicle images.

### 1.8.2 — 2020-01-06

Fix to PUSH notification registration for iOS 13.

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