# In-Car Fuel Payments Mercedes pay+ Uses a Fingerprint Scanner to Pay with Mastercard By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2023-09-25 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mercedes-pay References: [geeky-gadgets](https://www.geeky-gadgets.com/mercedes-and-mastercard-to-offer-in-car-payments/) & [media.mercedes-benz](https://media.mercedes-benz.com/article/57863cd4-f696-494c-be31-1033c24c1840)  Mercedes [pay](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/seamless-cryptocurrency-transactions)+ is a new solution being launched by [Mercedes-Benz](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/samsung-wallet-and-mercedesbenz) and [Mastercard](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mastercard-1) that will provide drivers with an intuitive way to pay for their fuel purchase when pulling up to the pump. The new vehicular payment option will utilize a fingerprint scanner inside the car cabin for authentication, which will eliminate the need for PIN codes or smartphone apps. Drivers will then be able to simply fuel up and go with the purchase charged to their Mastercard credit or debit card. Mercedes pay+ is being rolled out in Germany where drivers will be able to take advantage of the payment option at around 3,600 service stations. The new payment option will also see data being encrypted to ensure sensitive information is kept secure. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.5/10 - Popularity: 59% | Activity: 57% | Freshness: 18% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Fingerprint Scanner Technology:** The integration of fingerprint scanner technology in vehicles provides a secure and convenient payment solution for drivers. - **Vehicular Payment Options:** The introduction of vehicular payment options revolutionizes the way drivers pay for fuel, eliminating the need for traditional payment methods. - **Data Encryption for Security:** The implementation of data encryption ensures the protection of sensitive information during in-car fuel payments. ### Where This Applies - **Automotive:** The automotive industry can embrace the integration of fingerprint scanner technology to enhance the in-car payment experience. - **Payment Processing:** Innovations in vehicular payment options open up new opportunities for payment processing companies to provide secure and efficient solutions. - **Cybersecurity:** The need for robust data encryption in in-car payment systems presents growth potential for the cybersecurity industry to develop advanced security measures. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Seamless Biometric Payment Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mastercard-1.md) - [Fingerprint-Scanning Payment Cards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/biometric-payment-cards.md) - [Digital Wallet Car Keys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/samsung-wallet-and-mercedesbenz.md) - [Anti-Skimming Gas Pump Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/relay-payments.md) - [Palm-Enabled Contactless Payments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/amazon-6.md) - [Driverless Airport Parking Services](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stuttgart.md) - [Tap-to-Pay Smartphone Services](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apple-tap-to-pay.md) - [Luxury Self-Driving Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/drive-pilot.md) - [Biometric Debit Cards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/biometric-debit-card.md)