During February 2026, Ecm Nieuwenhuijsen updated the Mercedes vehicle API integration for the evcc-io/evcc repository, focusing on long-term compatibility and maintenance. By revising API constants to align with the latest Mercedes application and SDK versions, Ecm ensured that backend systems would remain stable despite evolving external dependencies. This backend development work, implemented in Go, addressed the risk of future regressions from upstream API changes without introducing new features or bug fixes. The update leveraged Ecm’s skills in API development and backend engineering, resulting in a more robust integration that supports ongoing reliability for Mercedes vehicle connectivity within evcc.