Z Energy (Z) now has pay-as-you-go available across its EV charging network, making charging easier for customers on their journey.
“We’re pleased we’ve been able to upgrade our systems to make it easier for EV customers,” said Z’s Head of EV Charging, Kieran Turner.
Pay-as-you-go is a new feature on Z’s EV Charging App, which previously required customers to have money in their accounts before charging. Instead, they can select the charge point they want to use and authorise the charger to start, having their credit card bill at the end.
Turner emphasised that it was about making the experience as painless as possible.
“We want to support our customers switching to low carbon transport alternatives and make it as easy to charge on-the-go as it is to fuel up today.”
Z is rolling out a network of EV chargers at Z service stations nationwide. They plan to have EV charging available across 20 percent of the network by the end of 2023.
Turner shared that Z was working at pace and prioritising speed to market as the company rolled out our EV charging network. He emphasised that Z Energy would continue improving to enhance the customer experience, sharing that the company was learning fast, listening to its customers, and consistently thinking about the next site and how it can improve.
Z’s aim within its network is to have mostly ultra-fast EV chargers across its sites, with a minimum of 150kW, along with multiple bays available to help minimise queuing.
“Our network of well-established and well-located Z service stations is ideal for EV drivers. The sites are positioned in all the major centres and along the major highways of Aotearoa.”
The new sites also offer great onsite amenities, including food, coffee, and bathrooms and are well-lit for those travelling late at night. This makes each site a perfect on-the-go charging destination for New Zealanders.
