But don't forget to make it app only, because we don't want to build charging network which would be actually useful.
> the new rules also mandate simpler charger payments. As-is, some networks require subscriptions or app downloads. But under these rules, customers must be able to pay with cards or contactless devices, and prices must be displayed to the customer.
If your concern is trackability, then I'm pretty sure you can buy pre-loaded credit cards that are as anonymous as cash.
If you are concerned about convenience, it sure seems to me that swiping a card is easier than buying gas with cash is.
-edit- Oh you mean the Tesla thing. That's a nah from me dawg. I don't mind having the option, but having that as the _only_ method of payment is _incredibly_ anti-user.
You never need to touch or see your credit card or phone at any time before, during, or after the charging process.
Guess what kind of EVs work this way already.
When I am at home, I plug my car in and it goes on my monthly power bill. This is where the convenience matters.