The Department of Transportation will stricty implement by Tuesday, December 1, cashless toll collection using AutoSweep and Easytrip RFID systems. But what happens to motorists who can't meet the deadline?
The Department of Transportation (DOTr) on Monday clarified that the deadline was meant for toll operators. This means motorists who have yet to secure the needed stickers can still do so even past the December 1 deadline. Still, the new arrangement means that you can no longer travel on tollways without an RFID sticker from December 1 onwards—procrastinators, be warned.
"Ang pagkakabit po ng RFID stickers ay magpapatuloy kahit matapos ang December 2020, lalo na para sa mga first time toll users at mga bagong sasakyan," it said.
San Miguel Corporation, which operates Autosweep RFID, also assured motorists that various installation sites would continue to operate to accommodate motorists who have yet to secure the needed stickers.
"Although vehicles without RFID will no longer be allowed to travel on tollways beginning December 1, we will still have RFID installation in various locations, as well as continuing programs for motorists to get stickers. We will also maintain installation sites at major entry plazas. You can still secure stickers at a more convenient time, even after the deadline," SMC President Ramon Ang said.
Answers to common questions about RFID installation:
Will I be apprehended at toll gates if I don't have an RFID sticker by December 1?
No. From December 1, 2020 to January 11, 2021 all toll gates will also serve as RFID installation sites 24/7.
Starting January 12, the DOTr said it would reduce the number of toll lanes serving as stickering sites to just one or two. There will be signs to guide motorists, it added. Those who will still pass through the "RFID ONLY" lanes however, without the said sticker, will be ticketed.
I can't book an online appointment for the RFID stickers. Can I simply pass through toll gates by December 1?
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Vehicles of motorists who don't have the stickers by December 1 will be installed with RFID when they pass by toll gates. "Kung wala kang RFID by December 1, doon ka mismo sa toll gate kakabitan," the DOTr said.
What happens if my RFID has insufficient load? Will I be barred from passing toll gates?
For the transition period from December 1, 2020 to January 11, 2020, vehicles will still be allowed to pass despite insufficient load balance. You can reload your RFID account in the toll booth or park your vehicle at the side of the toll gate to reload, with help from the operators.
The transportation department also reminded motorists that installation of RFID stickers is free and load balances don't expire.
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