New York state officials are espousing the benefits of the New York State Thruway’s ticketed system going cashless more than a month ahead of schedule.
“The completion of this exciting new project will help Thruway travelers save time, as well as reduce traffic, cut greenhouse gas emissions and improve air quality all along the system,” Gov. Andrew Cuomo said. “Getting this cashless tolling system done and getting it done early shows that – even in these trying times – New York will never stop innovating and never stop building for its future.”
Cash will no longer be accepted as a form of payment at toll booths and printed toll tickets will not be handed out. In support of the transition, NY E-ZPass has released a TollsNY mobile app to aid drivers in managing E-ZPass accounts, finding and paying Tolls by Mail invoices and receiving important account alerts for tolls accrued at Thruway, MTA and Port Authority tolling sites.
“Cashless tolling is already improving traffic flow, allowing motorists to get to their destinations easier and quicker without having to stop to pay a toll,” Lt. Gov. Kathy Hochul said. “Less idling also complements our clean energy goals, reducing pollution for a cleaner and greener environment. We encourage all drivers to get an E-ZPass across the state, with a new mobile app to help manage accounts and alerts to make it easier for New Yorkers. This is part of our ongoing efforts to improve and modernize infrastructure and build back better and stronger for the future.”