RFIDNews | eZGo Anywhere enables interoperable toll collections

Monday, September 22, 2008

In order to gain interoperability for nationwide electronic toll collection systems, TransCore introduced the eZGo Anywhere standard onboard unit (OBU) today. eZGo Anywhere is designed for wireless toll payments for those drivers that travel across various states with different toll collection systems.

The eZGo Anywhere onboard unit operates in the 902-928 MHz frequency ranges, and is a high-speed RFID tag suitable for electronic toll collection and traffic management applications where a standard on-board unit is specified. It is a read-write unit that supports adding and editing data at high speeds in real-time. They are designed for mounting to a vehicle’s interior windshield surface using dual lock mounting strips, which allows for easy mounting and removal of needed.

Smart Card Alliance releases NFC transit report

The Smart Card Alliance Transportation Council has published a white paper examining how the transit industry can best make use of NFC technology.

“One of the major challenges facing transit agencies today is how to capitalize on the ever-growing popularity of mobile phones with a solid mobile strategy,” said Transportation Council Chairman Craig Roberts. “This white paper builds on the knowledge base developed in earlier white papers to foster a greater understanding of NFC technology, explain its role in the transit industry, and shed light on key issues facing the transit industry in developing a mobile strategy.”

Mexico system allows residents of Sonora free passage through toll booths

Mexico’s Federal Tolling Authority - Caminos y Puentes Federales de Ingresos y Servicios Conexos (CAPUFE) - has awarded a contract to system integrator Axiompass to install a toll-free system for residents using Sirit RFID readers.

Oyster program gets rejected in St. Alban, UK

UK train operator, First Capital Connect’s proposal to extend the Oyster Travelcard and Pay As You Go schemes to St. Albans has been shot down by the government’s Department for Transport.

Bluestar launches cashless ticketing scheme

UK-regional bus group Bluestar has launched a new transit card for discounted weekly and monthly travel on its network, according to Southern Daily Echo.

The new card enables cashless fare for any service on the Bluestar Network in Southampton, Eastleigh and Winchester. It also supports travel on Wilts & Dorset buses and Southern Vectis on the Isle of Wight, both of which are owned and operated by Go-Ahead Group.

Turkcell brings road toll payments to T11 smart phone

Turkcell, Turkey’s largest mobile operator, has announced the launch of a SIM-based NFC road toll payment application on the Turkcell T11 smart phone.

Developed in collaboration with Bank Asya, the app allows users to migrate their plastic KGS toll payment cards onto their T11 smart phone to pay for fares when crossing bridges and freeway turnpikes.

Puerto Rico converts to all electronic toll collection with TransCore

The Puerto Rico Highway and Transportation Authority (PRHTA) is working with TransCore to launch the conversion of the island’s busiest and most essential roadways to an all electronic toll collection system.

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eZGo Anywhere enables interoperable toll collections