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How to pay for electric vehicle charging
As time goes by, new payment solutions for charging electric vehicles are emerging. This means more ways to make payment, which is certainly convenient for the end user. If we want to offer a good experience, it is essential to be flexible when it comes to payment methods.
Below, we analyse their importance and look at some examples of solutions that are currently implemented and that you can find at the main charging points. Find out more!
Electric vehicle charging payment solutions: Which ones are there?
It is important to be aware of the different payment solutions for charging electric vehicles. Among them, we highlight the following:
APP payment solutions such as EVcharge
Nowadays, such apps are being widely deployed, whereby electric vehicle charging providers allow users to log in and pay for charging directly from their mobile phone. These apps are often linked to a user’s bank account or credit/debit card to facilitate payments. Users can choose and change the payment method at any moment.
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It is possibly the best solution for paying for electric vehicle charging at the moment. Its advantages are numerous:
It is convenient, you only need to open the app to pay. You don’t have to take your card out of your pocket or enter your PIN every time you pay, the payment is automatic. It is a totally secure process. Any user can enjoy these advantages, you only need to have the mobile app installed and an Internet connection. It allows you to consult the rates at any time. It allows you to access a bill history and see your expenses. Control the recharge and stop it at any time. You can find out all the benefits of the new beta version here.
It is the most complete and advanced solution. That is why more and more charging station operators are considering it, because it is convenient and practical for both parts. Also to a large extent for the end user, the customer who is going to recharge the car.
This solution is already available for operators to implement now and for customers to enjoy via the app to pay for charging. Comfortable, safe, easy and complete.
Interoperability between charging point operators
Nowadays, a problem that electric vehicle users find when travelling is the lack of interoperability between the different battery charging points. A problem that is solved with the OCPI interoperability protocol.
OCPI is the protocol for connecting charging networks of different operators through agreements between charging point operators and electric mobility service providers. In this way, electric vehicle users can charge and pay at any point, regardless of who is operating it.
This results in a more connected and convenient ecosystem for the customer, making for a better experience at charging stations. This in turn facilitates the adoption of this type of sustainable mobility.
Payment by credit/debit card
When it comes to charging electric vehicles, card payment is only possible with chargers that have a built-in POS or with the EVcharge Totem.
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Which option is more worthwhile? In the end, it depends on the consumer. It depends on what is more convenient or practical for the end user. The key is that there is flexibility, so that the user can choose what suits them best at all times, without being able to recharge the vehicle because of the payment system.
By having several alternatives available, the consumer has a choice. EVcharge greatly facilitates and simplifies the payment process when recharging electric vehicles. Already since 2018, it offers users a more convenient and faster way to recharge vehicles. A beta version is currently available and the final version will be launched soon.
Why is it important that there are different solutions to pay for electric vehicle charging?
There are those who still see electric cars as a long-term option. However, they are a reality. They are the present and they are here to stay. What’s more, to make adoption even faster, it is essential to offer a variety of solutions to pay for electric vehicle charging. The reasons are numerous:
It is more customer-friendly: by offering a variety of payment options, EV users can choose the one that best suits their payment preferences, with greater freedom and convenience. For example, through payment by credit/debit card or mobile applications. This improves the user experience and makes charging the electric car at one point less of a hassle. If you go to a cash-only site and you only have a card, you may not only leave empty-handed, you may decide not to return.Payment alternatives in case one fails: having multiple payment methods to choose from allows users to have an alternative available in case one of the methods fails or is temporarily unavailable (which can happen). This avoids problems and ensures that customers can complete their car charging without problems. Tracking charges: Payment solutions integrated into mobile applications allow users to manage and track charges, seeing the total amount of bills for charging the electric car. In addition, these types of apps are practical because they have more functionalities that can be useful, from finding a charging point to checking the charging rate or requesting assistance. You can have all your invoices on your mobile, without losing anything or wasting paper: if you pay using an app you will have your invoices digitised, which eliminates the need to print paper invoices or tickets and is also an important step towards taking care of the planet. Plus, you don’t have to worry about losing your receipts or having to keep them, you can access your invoices and see your expenses whenever you want. Moreover, as they are digitised in the app, they will have all the information in detail, such as the date and time of the transaction, the place where they were charged and the cost. It can also be very useful for organising trips. Smooth journeys: for some users, organising a trip with an electric car can be a complete nightmare, especially given the lack of charging points in certain transit areas or at specific times of the year, such as long weekends. By offering different payment options, you don’t have to worry about recharging your car, because you can plan ahead and avoid setbacks. You can even check availability, rates and any other information you need from the EVcharge app. It makes mobility and travel easier. Facilitates the shift to electric vehicles: The fact that different payment options are available makes electric vehicle charging more attractive to a wider audience. This contributes to accelerating the uptake of electric vehicles and the expansion of charging infrastructure. This is undoubtedly a key step in the transition towards more sustainable and emission-free mobility.
Remember that with the EVcharge app payment solution and EVcharge Totem, everything is easier. It is the most premium solution of the moment, focused on electric charging station operators, so that they can integrate it and offer it to their consumers.
It’s a way to keep moving forward and offer better solutions in the world of sustainable mobility, to make things easier and for adoption to come sooner than expected. We will certainly make things easier if we make things easier.
What do you think about electric vehicle charging payment solutions and do you have any questions? Don’t doubt it, feel free to ask us so we can advise you.
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