Daimler drivers will soon be able to pay for goods and services using just their fingerprint, thanks to a new ‘connected car’ partnership with Visa.
Starting from spring 2022, Mercedes-Benz customers in the UK and Germany will have the ability to make payments via a fingerprint sensor located in their vehicles, with plans to expand to other European markets thereafter. Customers will be able to complete purchases directly through the car’s head unit, known as MBUX.
Daimler becomes the first automotive manufacturer to implement the Visa Cloud Token Framework in its vehicles, which allows for seamless two-factor authentication without the need to navigate through multiple devices.
Through Daimler Mobility’s global payment platform, Mercedes pay, customers can effortlessly buy goods and services within their cars, including Mercedes me services, fuelling, and parking.
Franz Reiner, CEO of Daimler Mobility, remarked, “In partnership with Visa, Daimler aims to provide integrated in-car payments that fulfill two-factor authentication requirements in a secure and user-friendly manner. There’s nothing more convenient than authorizing a payment with your fingerprint.”