Jaguar Land Rover has unveiled it is testing connected car services that will enable drivers to earn cryptocurrency and make payments on the move.

Using Smart Wallet technology, owners earn credits by enabling their cars to automatically report useful road condition data such as traffic congestion or potholes to navigation providers or local authorities. Drivers could then redeem these for rewards such as coffee, or to automatically pay tolls, parking fees and for smart charging electric vehicles. Smart Wallet removes the need for drivers to hunt for loose change or sign up to multiple accounts to pay for a variety of everyday services.

Continue reading JLR’s connected car service lets owners earn cryptocurrency as they drive at ADAS & Autonomous Vehicle International.