Controlling electric car charging with ease

MENNEKES had a clear vision: charging electric cars should become as simple and intuitive as using a smartphone. Wallbox users should not only be able to start and stop charging, but have full control over every process: at any time, from anywhere and perfectly matched to their individual needs.

More than 10 years ago, a first app was built together with Werkdigital. But with the growing demands of e-mobility and new technological possibilities came the wish for a comprehensive relaunch: more modern, more powerful and ready for the future.

The new AMTRON® wallboxes from MENNEKES impressed with high-quality technology and minimalist design, but that was exactly what made them a challenge. The app had to live up to this standard: powerful, elegant and at the same time extremely easy to use.

At the same time, the requirements grew more complex. Functions such as controlling charging in real time, managing several devices or planning intelligent charging scenarios were to be integrated without overwhelming the user.

On top of that came new requirements such as integrating company car billing or controlling different power sources, for example from photovoltaic systems. What was needed was a technically demanding solution that still works “like child's play”.

It quickly became clear that the existing app could no longer meet these requirements. Outdated technologies and an old-fashioned design stood in the way of a future-proof solution.

At the same time, the time pressure was enormous. The new app was to be launched alongside the new wallboxes: a complex project with high expectations and little room for error.

An experienced partner was needed who could master the technical complexity and also had a feel for excellent user experiences.

As a long-standing partner, Werkdigital was commissioned to redevelop the app completely, from the first idea to the final launch. First, the existing app was analysed thoroughly and a future-proof technical concept was developed. Building on this, a well-thought-out operating concept emerged that presents even complex functions so that users can always understand them and access them easily. An interactive clickable prototype let people experience the new app at an early stage.

For the technical implementation, Werkdigital relied on React Native to develop the app efficiently and in parallel for iOS, including Apple Watch, and Android. The frontend was complemented by a powerful, scalable cloud backend that ensures reliable communication between the app and the wallboxes.

The result is the MENNEKES 4Drivers App: an application that reduces complex technology to the essentials while offering maximum convenience. Fast, intuitive and ready for the future of e-mobility.

With the relaunch, MENNEKES has taken a decisive step in its digital development. The new app not only creates tangible added value for users, it also contributes directly to the company's strategic goals. MENNEKES is clearly positioning itself as an innovative pioneer in e-mobility.

For the company, the new platform above all means one thing: future security. Thanks to the modern, scalable architecture, new functions can be implemented quickly. At the same time, the app enables new business models and services around charging, billing and energy management.

At Light + Building 2026 in Frankfurt, the MENNEKES 4Drivers App impressed a demanding professional audience and received consistently positive feedback. Today, MENNEKES offers its customers not only first-class hardware but a complete digital experience.