How does eToll work in South Africa?
At conventional toll plazas, in lanes marked with the e-tag sign, overhead equipment register and verify the details of an e-tag in a slow-moving vehicle, and an amount is deducted from the road user’s toll account, whereupon the boom lifts, or a light turns green.
Is e-toll compulsory in South Africa?
MOTORISTS that use the e-toll roads are not obliged to buy e-tags, says the South African National Roads Agency Limited (Sanral). It is not compulsory for road users to buy an e-tag for Gauteng’s e-tolling. “Registering with an e-tag is optional.
Does eTag cover all tolls in South Africa?
Essentially, then, the R50 you paid to get an eTag are just toll fees, making the device free. There’s no other expensive registration fee or buy-in fees to use the toll roads. When you buy your tag you can register it on the phone or at an eToll kiosk.
When were e-tolls introduced in South Africa?
The e-tolling system was implemented on Gauteng roads in 2013 (IOL Motoring, 2014), with much controversy following.
How do I put money on my ETAG?
You can top up your account, by:
- EFT.
- Via the Call Centre using your credit card 0800 SANRAL (726 725)
- Via the website www.sanral.co.za/e-toll/ “Manage my e-toll account”
- At an FNB Bank or advance FNB ATM (even if you are not a FNB client)
- At Checkers, Pick n Pay or Shoprite.
How much is an Etoll?
Renters’ e-toll charges will be capped at R600 per month, which is the same as the registered and unregistered e-tag user monthly cap set by SANRAL. All First Car Rental customers using the Gauteng E-Toll system will also be charged a R35 administration fee (including VAT) per rental contract.
What happens if I dont pay Etoll?
Motorists travelling on Gauteng freeways who fail to pay their e-toll bills may soon end up receiving hefty fines or having their vehicle license disk renewals blocked.
Do I still need to pay Etoll?
Official announcement to be made in the February 2022 Budget once National Treasury agrees on an alternative funding model, says transport minister. The Cabinet has decided to scrap the controversial e-tolls scheme on the Gauteng Freeway Improvement Project (GFIP).
How much is a ETAG?
E-Toll Tagless – Register online for $1.50 or at Services for $3.30. But then you have to pay a matching fee for each trip you take. Get a tag to avoid the matching fee. Easy Toll Tag – with Service NSW.
What is the purpose of Etoll?
A new e-toll dispensation for Gauteng will reduce the cost of transport for all road users and introduce a more effective way to collect the toll fees used to pay for the initial construction cost, fi nancing cost, operation and maintenance of the road network.
Who owns e-toll?
Electronic Toll Collections and its Austrian owner Kapsch TrafficCom are accused of alleged corruption and bribery in two contracts.
How much is an ETAG?
Open an e-tag account with Service NSW. No registration fee. The minimum opening credit is $25. E-Toll Tagless – Register online for $1.50 or at Services for $3.30.