GEORGE TOWN: Motorists under the private vehicle category who use Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) to pay toll will enjoy a 20% discount on Penang Bridge beginning the middle of next month.
PLUS Malaysia Bhd northern region business manager Wan Ahmad Awang said the discount would only be given to those residing or working in Penang.
“Although the discount is for private vehicles only, it covers over 80% of vehicles passing through Penang Bridge.
“Bridge users who live or work in Penang can apply for the 20% discount through the RFID at the Penang Bridge from next month.
“Further details on the discount will be announced by PLUS and Touch n Go Sdn Bhd soon,” he told Bernama in a recent interview.
He said RFIDs could be topped up through online applications, avoiding the need for physical contact and thus reducing the risk of Covid-19 infection.
Wan Ahmad said the current toll rate for RFID users at the bridge was RM5.74 and, with the 20% discount, would drop to RM4.59.
He also said the use of RFID would also be implemented for the Hutan Kampung-Sungai Dua route next month, but the 20% discount would not be offered on the route.
