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Published February 17, 2023 7:00am ET



In video games, “microtransactions” are used to make players pay for more features so they can have a more competitive and enjoyable experience, even after they have already bought the game.

But what if you needed microtransactions to drive to work, the grocery store, or your children’s school? Well, after you shell out tens of thousands for an electric vehicle, you too can experience the joy of paying additional money so that your vehicle can function like a normal car.

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