This service requires a modern Amundsen or Columbus infotainment system with a 9.2-inch or larger touchscreen, as well as an active Škoda Connect account with remote access functionality enabled.
Using the MyŠkoda smartphone app, users enter and confirm their payment card once. Pay to Fuel is available on all ŠKODA ICE model series sold in the European market. The service is offered in collaboration with Parkopedia, Mastercard and German fintech company ryd.
Pay to Fuel is currently available in Belgium, Denmark, Luxembourg, Germany, Austria, and Switzerland. Portugal and Spain will soon follow. There are plans to launch the service in the Czech market as well.
Markus Dohl, Vice President European Sales and Business Development at Parkopedia, said: “We are delighted to expand our service with Škoda Auto and continue to offer industry-leading in-vehicle payments to drivers.” Masu.
“Drivers can now access all available services directly through their car’s infotainment system without having to get out of the car, use a third-party mobile app, or re-enter payment details for each transaction. You can benefit from a seamless and secure payment process.”
“Pay to Fuel will simplify the process of paying for fuel and will be as convenient as the existing Pay to Park service, which has been well received by Škoda customers since its launch.”