State Makes it Easier to Pay for EV Charging

Where: California

How does the new easy payment system work? credit cards in lieu of FOBs

When did the push for easier EV paying start? 2013

Why did it take so long according to supporters of the new payment system? industry failed to solve the problem

What has industry done in response? Backing 2019’s AB 1424 (2019 | CA) the “Electric Vehicle Charging Stations Open Access Act” which would restore contactless payment and require calls to a 800 number to pay by credit card

NRDC | California Moves to Make Paying for EV Charging Easier