Toll-Free Access For Class 1 Vehicles On Highways For Hari Raya

Toll-Free Access For Class 1 Vehicles On Highways For Hari Raya

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In conjunction with Hari Raya Aidilfitri, private vehicle drivers will not be required to pay tolls on highways on 8 and 9 April, as announced by the Works Ministry.

According to the New Straits Times, the Cabinet has decided to implement toll-free travel for Class 1 vehicles on all highways nationwide from 12.01am on 8 April until 11.59pm on 9 April. However, toll collection will still be in place at Bangunan Sultan Iskandar (BSI) and Tanjung Kupang in Johor.

The toll exemption for these two days is expected to cost approximately RM37.6 million.

Works Minister Datuk Seri Alexander Nanta Linggi stated that this decision was made to celebrate all citizens, especially the Muslim community, and to show care and share joy with all Malaysians.

With the toll exemption, an increase of 2.46 million vehicles per day is expected on all highway networks.

Motorists are encouraged to plan their journeys using the MyPLUS-TTA app for the North-South Highway (PLUS) based on the travel time advisory (TTA) schedule, as reported by The Star.

Nanta advised motorists to be cautious and not solely rely on the concessionaire companies for safety despite the laws and facilities in place.

To facilitate smooth traffic flow during Aidilfitri, Smart Lanes at 18 strategic points along the PLUS Highway will be activated by the Malaysian Highway Authority and concession companies.

Clear signs and mobile variable message sign (VMS) displays will inform users about the Smart Lane activation/termination.

Motorcyclists are reminded to be cautious when using emergency lanes, as they may not be aware of Smart Lane activations.

Additionally, no lanes will be closed for maintenance from 1-17 April to further facilitate traffic flow during the festive season.

Maintenance work not requiring lane closures can proceed, with 11 locations provided with emergency response teams by PLUS.

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