Touch ‘n Go plans to kick off RFID pilot in September

Touch ‘n Go and key highway concessionaires expect to roll out RFID (radio frequency identification) system for toll payment across all highways in Malaysia starting January next year. The system uses a sticker embedded with an RF chip which will be pasted on the vehicle. The sticker, which is unique to each vehicle, will be linked to the Touch ‘n Go eWallet, allowing users to easily monitor their balance and top up credit via online banking and debit/credit cards. The use of RFID for toll payment is not new, as the system has been rolled out in countries such as the United States, Argentina and Taiwan.