Car IQ, a pioneer in vehicle-based payment technology, today announced a strategic partnership with BlueArrow Telematics, a leading provider of connected fleet solutions, to launch BlueArrow Pay. This digital payment solution replaces outdated fuel cards by enabling vehicles to connect directly to merchants and complete payments automatically. Designed for scale, security, and simplicity, the solution streamlines fleet payments across fuel, tolls, and other vehicle-related expenses.

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BlueArrow Pay introduces a modernized fleet payment experience—eliminating the need for manual driver input or physical cards. Through the mobile app, drivers can easily find nearby fueling locations, select a pump, and begin fueling. For fleet managers, it delivers a fully automated, secure, and efficient payment process that reduces operational friction, lowers costs, and simplifies expense oversight.

Turning Telematics into a Payment Tool

Powered by Car IQ’s Know Your Machine™ (KYM) platform, BlueArrow Pay authenticates each transaction using real-time telematics data rather than driver credentials. This innovation not only improves transaction security but also reduces opportunities for fraud and administrative error. All payments are seamlessly processed through the Visa global network, delivering the trusted security and dependability fleet operators require at scale.

“For over 25 years, we’ve been at the forefront of connected fleet technology, and one of the biggest pain points we continue to hear from customers is the complexity and risk tied to traditional fuel card programs,” said Stuart Lamm, President of BlueArrow Telematics. “With BlueArrow Pay, we’re delivering a fully digital solution that eliminates physical cards entirely. It’s designed to integrate effortlessly with our telematics platform and existing fuel validation tool, BlueArrow Fuel—giving fleets a smarter, more secure way to manage payments without changing how they operate.”

“At Car IQ, we’ve seen a clear shift in the fleet industry toward digital, vehicle-driven payments—and fleet operators are asking for solutions that are easier to manage and more secure,” said Sterling Pratz, CEO of Car IQ. “Our partnership with BlueArrow brings that vision to life, combining their decades of fleet expertise with our technology to deliver cardless payments at scale.”

Key Benefits and Features:

With BlueArrow Pay, fleet operators gain powerful tools to simplify payments, increase visibility, and reduce operational friction—all from one centralized platform. Key benefits include:

• Nationwide Coverage: BlueArrow Pay enables secure digital transactions at 75,000 fuel stations across the country - including all major fuel brands and toll networks.
• Real-Time Digital Expense Tracking: Receipts are automatically generated and logged as transactions occur, streamlining back-office processes and eliminating manual paperwork.
• All-in-One Payment Platform: From fuel to tolls and other vehicle-related services, payments are processed seamlessly—no need for multiple systems or cards.
• Built-In Fraud Defense & Cost Savings: Each transaction is verified by the vehicle itself, dramatically lowering the risk of misuse or unauthorized charges. Fleets using vehicle-based payments see an average 13.6% reduction in fuel costs, including 12% savings from fraud prevention alone.
• Station Controls for Smarter Fueling: Fuel prices can vary by as much as 70¢ within a single mile. BlueArrow Pay helps control spend by automatically blocking overpriced stations and guiding drivers to more cost-effective locations nearby—reducing unnecessary fuel overspend.
• Simplified Driver Workflow: Drivers can locate fuel stations and activate the pump directly from the BlueArrow Pay app - no cards, no PINs, no hassle.

Availability

BlueArrow Pay is now live and available for all fleet operators seeking to modernize their payment systems and streamline operations. For more information or to enroll your fleet, visit https://bluearrowtelematics.com/bluearrowpay/.

BlueArrow Pay is powered by Car IQ. Car IQ is a financial technology company and not a bank. Credit Card Services are provided and issued by Lewis & Clark Bank, Member FDIC.

About BlueArrow Telematics

BlueArrow Telematics is a premier provider of connected logistics solutions, powering smarter, safer, and more efficient fleet operations nationwide. With an emphasis on innovation, BlueArrow enables commercial fleets to operate with unmatched control and insight.

About Car IQ Inc.

Car IQ® is a leading vehicle payment technology company, enabling vehicles to transact directly with merchants. Through its Know Your Machine™ platform, Car IQ makes it possible for cars and trucks to initiate and complete secure payments autonomously.

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Fuel prices can vary by as much as 70¢ within a single mile. BlueArrow Pay helps control spend by automatically blocking overpriced stations and guiding drivers to more cost-effective locations nearby—reducing unnecessary fuel overspend.