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E-Z To Use | Where You Can Use E-ZPass | Available Discounts

E-ZPass is the electronic toll collection system that makes paying tolls fast and easy. You don't have to fumble for change or wait in long lines, because E-ZPass automatically deducts the toll from your prepaid account. What could be easier? Just open an account, install the transponder... and go.

E-Z To Open

You can apply in minutes online, or by calling 877-762-7824. You may also visit your nearest E-ZPass Service Center.
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Personal and commercial accounts are available. You can get an E-ZPass transponder for as many vehicles as you like. A minimum toll prepayment of $35 to the prepaid account plus a $25 tag security deposit is required for each transponder.

And, if you choose Automatic Replenishment, directly from your checking or savings account with a backup credit card that is not linked to the checking or savings account, then the tag security deposit of $25 per E-ZPass transponder is waived entirely. Apply now.


E-Z To Install

Each transponder comes with adhesive mounting strips and easy-to-follow instructions. For your transponder to work consistently, it must be mounted properly, so follow the instructions carefully. When you open a prepaid account, you receive a small electronic transponder that attaches to the windshield, inside your car, or to your license plate (depending on the type needed for your car). Within the transponder is a battery-powered electronic chip encoded with a unique identification code. When you travel through an E-ZPass toll facility, an antenna at the toll plaza reads the information contained in your transponder. At that time the appropriate toll is electronically debited from your prepaid E-ZPass account.


E-Z To Go

With E-ZPass, you can travel the nine toll roads and bridges in Virginia – plus all additional participating 13 E-ZPass states – worry-free. Some toll roads even offer discounts for frequent users.

E-Z To Flex (coming soon)

Coming in the summer of 2012, you will also be able to get an E-ZPass Flex, a new switchable E-ZPass transponder used on certain facilities (495 Express Lanes) to nominate your car as a high occupancy vehicle.

Stay tuned for more information and come back in the summer to get your E-ZPass Flex.

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