A secure, community-powered driver-to-driver network: anonymous alerts, safer parking, vehicle protection.
The D2D Smart Network is Makehitec's flagship mobility platform — a secure, AI-powered ecosystem that connects drivers anonymously through cloud, IoT and machine learning. It transforms everyday parking and driving into a collaborative, community-driven experience, already deployed in production through the Changuel app available on iOS and Android.
The D2D Smart Network (Driver-to-Driver Smart Network) is a sovereign technology platform designed by Makehitec to redefine the relationship between drivers, vehicles and public space. It combines five technological pillars — artificial intelligence, machine learning, cloud computing, IoT, and a secure mobile front-end — into a single, privacy-first platform.
Drivers can alert each other anonymously about parking conflicts, security risks or unattended-vehicle issues, using only the license plate as identifier. No personal data is exchanged. No identities are revealed. The result is a real-time, community-powered network that makes cities safer, parking simpler, and urban mobility more sustainable.
The first commercial deployment of D2D Smart Network technology is Changuel, a free mobile app currently active across France on the App Store and Google Play.
Drivers find safe parking spots in real time, guided by collective intelligence from the network. The platform reduces the risk of fines, towing, vehicle damage and wasted time — particularly valuable in dense urban areas.
The flagship feature: drivers can warn each other about a parked vehicle using only the license plate. Open windows, lights left on, suspicious activity, accidental blocking — all communicated through the network without exposing any personal information from sender or recipient.
A virtual garage where users register their vehicles (cars, motorbikes, vans, scooters) and automatically remember exactly where each one is parked. No more wandering rows of a shopping centre car park.
By guiding drivers to suitable parking and easing congestion at hotspots, the network actively contributes to better traffic flow and lower urban friction.
Designed to integrate with public-sector vehicle registries and municipal services. This opens the door to nationwide deployments, smart-city programs, and structured collaboration with local authorities.
Anonymity is not an afterthought — it's the foundation. End-to-end secure messaging, license-plate-based identification, no tracking, no personal data sale. Changuel's production deployment is fully GDPR-compliant.
The D2D Smart Network runs on a multi-layer cloud architecture engineered by Makehitec:
This architecture makes the platform scalable from a single neighbourhood to a nationwide rollout.
| Benefit | What it means for users and cities |
|---|---|
| Enhanced parking safety | Real-time community signals reduce theft, damage and towing risk |
| Fewer parking fines | Smart guidance keeps drivers within rules and authorized zones |
| Time efficiency | The virtual garage and park-position reminder save daily minutes |
| Smoother traffic flow | Less circling for parking means less congestion |
| Lower emissions | Reduced fuel waste contributes to greener cities |
| Stronger community | A network of drivers who help each other |
| Full anonymity | No personal data exchanged — license plate is the only identifier |
| GDPR-compliant | Privacy and security built into every layer |
| Scalable & versatile | From a city pilot to nationwide deployment |
A resident finds an unknown vehicle blocking their access. Through D2D Smart Network, they send an anonymous alert to the owner via license plate. Within minutes, the vehicle is moved.
A bystander spots a suspicious individual near a parked car. An anonymous alert reaches the owner immediately, and local authorities can be notified in parallel.
A passerby notices a window left open or lights still on. One tap sends a discreet alert to the owner, preventing theft or a flat battery.
Real-time community-shared parking information helps visitors avoid restricted zones, payment errors and unnecessary fines.
Onboarding takes minutes:
D2D Smart Network is the technology. Changuel is the first product.
Makehitec engineered the platform end-to-end — from the AI models and secure backend to the mobile UX — and operates Changuel as the proof-of-concept deployment, available now in France on iOS and Android. The same technology stack can be licensed, customized or extended for fleet operators, smart cities, automotive partners and government agencies.
D2D Smart Network is a connected mobility platform built by Makehitec. It uses AI, IoT and cloud technology to let drivers exchange anonymous alerts about parking and vehicle situations, using only the license plate as an identifier. Its first deployment is the Changuel mobile app.
All exchanges are anonymous and end-to-end secure. The network uses license plates as identifiers — no names, phone numbers or personal data are exposed. The platform is GDPR-compliant and built on a privacy-by-design architecture.
The platform is currently deployed via the Changuel app, available free on the App Store and Google Play. You install the app, create your virtual garage with your vehicles, and start receiving and sending anonymous community alerts.
Yes. The platform is designed for scalability and can be licensed, customized or integrated with municipal services, government databases and fleet operators. Contact Makehitec to discuss a smart-city pilot or a partnership.
The platform combines artificial intelligence, machine learning, cloud computing, IoT and secure mobile applications, orchestrated through a security gateway and AI-driven backend services engineered by Makehitec.
Get in touch with Makehitec to discuss a customized deployment, a licensing partnership or a smart-city pilot.
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How it’s built
An end-to-end loop: drivers raise alerts, AI enriches them, a security gateway protects them, and (optionally) public registries scale them.
Classification, deduplication, severity scoring on every signal.
End-to-end privacy, license-plate-only routing, rate limits, abuse controls.
Optional integration to extend coverage to all registered drivers and vehicles.
Collective intelligence from a driver-driven network surfaces safe parking spots in real time — reducing fines, vehicle damage and time loss.
Drivers alert each other anonymously about risks or incidents using only the license plate. Innovative and security-first.
Helps users locate their parked vehicles instantly. Less circling, more doing what matters.
Guides drivers to appropriate parking areas to reduce congestion and improve overall traffic flow.
Optional integration with public registries can extend coverage to all registered vehicles and drivers.
Reduces cruising-for-parking emissions and fuel consumption — greener, more sustainable cities.
Driver journey
“Embark on a seamless journey with D2D Smart Network, where every drive is transformed into an experience of connectivity and convenience.”
Install the app, create an account, and validate. Once you’re in, the journey begins.
Add your vehicles (cars, motos, etc.) to your virtual garage. They’re now linked so you receive alerts when they’re at risk.
Get notified about potential dangers — open windows, blocked driveways, suspicious activity — even when you’re away.
Participate in a collaborative network sharing real-time updates on parking and vehicle situations.
Share parking experiences and observations to help optimize public spaces and improve city safety.
Benefits
Real-time community information helps identify safe spots and reduces the risk of damage, theft, or towing.
Targeted alerts about potential violations help drivers avoid costly tickets before they happen.
The Park Position Reminder gets users back to their vehicle quickly — especially in dense or unfamiliar areas.
Steering drivers toward appropriate spots cuts cruising and decongests city traffic.
Less circling means lower emissions and fuel consumption — a tangible contribution to greener cities.
A sense of mutual assistance among drivers — a real network helping each other through everyday parking pain.
The anonymous alert system protects users while still making information sharing useful and timely.
Optional integrations extend benefits to all registered vehicles and drivers, standardizing impact at city scale.
Designed for growth: new features and services can be added as cities and technology evolve.
In the real world
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First deployment
Changuel is the first real-world deployment of D2D Smart Network — anonymous license-plate alerts, parking position memory, community-driven safety, and a privacy-first design from day one.
Reach out if you’d like to deploy D2D Smart Network in a new city, integrate with public registries, or co-design a custom mobility experience.
We work with cities, mobility operators, and public-sector partners to deploy and customize the network.