Will foreign tourists face challenges with the new electronic toll system?

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Foreign Tourists May Encounter Challenges with New Electronic Toll System

Foreign tourists, particularly those from Thailand, will need to obtain a Touch 'n Go card to use the electronic toll collection (ETC) system at five PLUS Malaysia Berhad (PLUS) toll plazas in Kedah and Penang, commencing September 9. This transition to a fully electronic system means that drivers without the required card may face difficulties completing their toll payments. PLUS has indicated plans to advertise and disseminate information to Thai visitors entering Malaysia regarding this new requirement.
Transition to Electronic Toll Collection

Effective September 9, five PLUS toll plazas will cease manual toll collection. These plazas are Jitra and Bukit Kayu Hitam in Kedah, and Penang Bridge, Kubang Semang, and Lunas in Penang. The implementation aims to reduce congestion at these locations by encouraging the use of electronic payment methods.
Requirement for Touch 'n Go Cards

All users, including foreign tourists, will be required to possess a Touch 'n Go card for toll payments at the affected plazas. For those without one, PLUS will offer a promotional price of RM5 for the Touch 'n Go card until September 30. The SMARTAG will also be available at a price of RM96 during the same period.
Information Dissemination to Thai Tourists

PLUS plans to actively inform Thai tourists about the upcoming ETC implementation. This will involve advertising and channeling information specifically to Thai nationals entering Malaysia. The objective is to ensure that these visitors are aware of the need to acquire a Touch 'n Go card before reaching the toll plazas.

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