Circle K has announced a strategic partnership with Car IQ to revolutionize fleet payments through the launch of Circle K Pro Digital+, a fully digital, cardless payment platform designed to simplify transactions and expand payment options for fleet operators.
The system allows companies to pay for fuel, tolls, and other vehicle-related expenses directly from a vehicle or mobile device, eliminating the need for traditional fuel cards. Research cited by Visa indicates that fleets adopting vehicle-based payments can save up to 13.6% on fuel costs, with 12% of that savings attributed to fraud reduction.
Circle K Vice President of Global B2B Mobility and Sales, Reno Øhlenschlæger, said, “We chose to partner with Car IQ to introduce a true digital fleet payment breakthrough. With Circle K Pro Digital+, we’re going beyond traditional fuel cards to offer a fully automated, digital (cardless) payment solution that meets the evolving needs of today’s fleets. This is more than just a fuel payment tool—it’s an all-in-one solution that offers an easy cardless payment experience, which makes it easy for companies to manage their drivers and vehicle-related expenses at scale.”
Car IQ CEO Sterling Pratz added, “We’ve seen increasing customer demand for digital-first payment solutions, and our partnership with Circle K is reflective of this industry shift. We are thrilled to team up with one of the largest fuel providers in the world and open the market to vehicle-based payments at scale.”
Through the Circle K Pro Digital+ app, drivers can locate stations, initiate fueling, and complete transactions seamlessly, while fleet managers gain access to a centralized, real-time dashboard for tracking expenses and improving operational efficiency. The new system supports payments at more than 7,000 Circle K locations that accept Visa, including major fuel brands and toll networks.
Key features of Circle K Pro Digital+ include instant driver onboarding, real-time transaction visibility, nationwide coverage, and advanced fraud prevention via geofencing technology.
Learn more about Circle K Pro Digital+ here.