Outline
Smart Interchange, a staff-less and cashless toll collection with dedicated ETC, reduces the costs of operating tollgates and solve security problem of the gates. Smart Interchange requires only small structures and surface, reducing the construction cost. As well, function of interchange can be added to service/parking areas by connecting such areas with ordinary roads and installing ETC gates at the entrances and exits.
Background
The cost of labor to collect toll is high. Construction costs are high, and facilities need to be concentrated to limit toll collection expenses.
Outcome
59 Smart Interchanges are available in the highways managed by East Nippon Expressway Company, Central Nippon Expressway Company or West Nippon Expressway Company.
Key words
Smart Interchange, ETC, VICS, expressways, congestion, environment, Information, Telecommunication, Toll booth
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