WAGOI will be the first DePin app for vehicle data on the Polkadot Hub (Asset Hub)
Problem
96% of all cars are connected, yet drivers have zero control over their own data. Car manufacturers monetize this data, with projections estimating a $750 billion market.
With the EU Data Act (Nov 2025) mandating that consumers must have access to their vehicle data, the industry is at a tipping point. Car manufacturers will no longer be gatekeepers, creating a massive opportunity for a decentralized solution like WAGOI.
Solution
WAGOI empowers vehicle owners to reclaim control over their vehicle data. It enables drivers to securely manage, share, and monetize their data while ensuring compliance with EU regulations like the EU Data Act and GDPR.
WAGOI provides blockchain-based provenance for vehicle data, ensuring verifiable and tamper-proof records. We combine Self-Sovereign Identities (SSI) with machine identity DIDs and at the same time, we will be using AssetHub for smart contracts.
Key Advantages for Polkadot
- WAGOI will be the first Polkadot-powered DePIN for vehicle data, using the new AssetHub
- WAGOI aligns with EU regulations, ensuring long-term sustainability and trust, which is crucial for enterprise adoption.
- WAGOI’s marketplace will generate significant value for drivers, stakeholders, and the Polkadot ecosystem.
- By partnering with major car brands and mobility stakeholders, WAGOI will drive enterprise-level adoption of Polkadot’s technology.
Why support this Proposal?
- WAGOI is set to disrupt the $750 billion vehicle data market by giving control back to drivers and breaking down data monopolies held by car manufacturers.
- With the EU Data Act coming into force end of 2025, WAGOI aims to be the first to market, capitalizing on the regulatory shift and establishing itself as the go-to platform for vehicle data ownership.
- Supporting WAGOI will enhance Polkadot’s visibility and adoption in the automotive and mobility sectors, showcasing its capabilities in handling real-world, regulated use cases.
More information
Our project, including our first milestone & budget (282K), is written down in detail in attached document https://docs.google.com/document/d/1WR211n11WR8jpGxITJi5ulEmLpeWaL3SVV4D1_1dLdw/edit?pli=1&tab=t.0
I know… the document is 20 pages long. And yes, some parts—like the legislation—might feel a bit dry. But in our case, it’s crucial. Without regulations like the EU Data Act, our business case wouldn’t even exist…
WAGOI has firmly established itself as a key player in the automotive industry, proudly standing alongside industry giants as a member of FISITA and contributing to INATBA and MyData. We have a strong foundation in both automotive and blockchain. Mario Schraepen, a serial entrepreneur with over 7 years of experience in the automotive sector, is the founder. As a distinguished alumnus of the PBA in Hong Kong, founder of PolkaBiz, and an active contributor to the Polkadot ecosystem, Mario brings a wealth of expertise and a proven track record of innovation.
We believe this is the perfect business use case to show the world—and the EU regulators—that blockchain isn’t just for speculation. It’s for real-world solutions ! And with the EU Data Act taking effect in November 2025, I think this is a rare opportunity to leverage regulation to our advantage.
I think this is an extremely smart initiative. Car companies would not do this voluntarily, but the EU Data Act essentially forces them to so. If regulatory compliance brings more meaningful transactions on chain, Polkadot should welcome this with open arms.
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