"E-Z Pass' plastic transponders could soon be replaced by stickers equipped with digital chips and barcodes. The change would mean no need to mount your transponder in the perfect spot, or hold it up while passing through toll plazas. First, officials say 3,000 turnpike vehicles will test out the stickers during an 8-week pilot program."
"Unlike the transponders, the stickers don't need a battery. This change could save the NJ Transit Authority millions of dollars spent on replacing old transporters when the batteries run out. Kolluri says the current transponders cost $6.64 to replace, while the new stickers cost about $1.20."
"In addition to their convenience, the stickers offer even more security to E-Z Pass customers. While being more difficult to steal, officials say once the sticker's seal breaks, it can't be used anymore."
New Jersey Transit Authority plans to replace E-Z Pass plastic transponders with adhesive stickers equipped with digital chips and barcodes. The stickers eliminate the need for precise mounting or manual positioning at toll plazas. A pilot program will test 3,000 stickers over eight weeks, with potential rollout by year-end. The new stickers cost $1.20 compared to $6.64 for transponder replacements, saving millions in battery replacement costs. The stickers offer enhanced security features, including tamper-evident seals that render them unusable if broken. The NJ Transit Authority will cover all costs for customers switching to the new system.
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