Source: Evie Networks
EV fast-charging network operator Evie Networks is to trial a “tap and go” payment option at five charging locations in Melbourne, Sydney, and Brisbane before expanding it to the rest of the network.
There is a big push for simple “tap and go” systems for EV charging, and a standardised payment method, in Australia that was amplified by state and energy ministers meeting last month, and comes as they also seek to impose minimum reliability standards for government funded installations.
According to Evie Networks its first site is already up and running at Belrose Home Co in New South Wales, while four more trial locations will get underway in early 2024. These include:
Pricing for Tap & Go charging are as follows:
Payment will still be available through the Evie app, but the company hopes that the new tap and go option will allow one-time transactions for occasional or guest chargers.
Joshua S. Hill is a Melbourne-based journalist who has been writing about climate change, clean technology, and electric vehicles for over 15 years. He has been reporting on electric vehicles and clean technologies for Renew Economy and The Driven since 2012. His preferred mode of transport is his feet.
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