“This policy is crucial for easing traffic at toll plazas, enhancing safety and convenience for motorists, and optimizing expressway operations,” the toll operators said in a joint statement.
The expressways are operated by two major players: San Miguel Corp. and Metro Pacific Investments Corp., while the Villar Group operates the Muntinlupa-Cavite Expressway (MCX).
Currently, 97 percent of expressway users have an electronic toll collection device or a radio frequency identification (RFID) sticker.
However, the remaining 3 percent have yet to transition, which, despite being a small fraction, can still cause bottlenecks given the high volume of vehicles using expressways.
RFID installation is free, with no maintaining balance or minimum load required, and reloading is accessible through service centers, kiosks, banks, e-wallets, and other platforms.
To ensure smooth transactions, motorists should update their contact details for account notifications and monthly statements. RFID mobile apps are also available for balance checks, reloading, and toll fee calculations.
Under the new policy, motorists without RFID will still be allowed entry but will receive a sticker upon passage and face penalties for non-compliance.
