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Commenting on
the new ERP scheme for foreign-registered cars, Mr Lim Neo
Chian, Deputy Chairman and Chief Executive of STB, said:
“Partnering LTA, we are pleased to be able to offer a new
alternative method of paying ERP charges for
foreign-registered cars. This new scheme will facilitate the
process of drive-through trips and provide greater
flexibility for travellers to Singapore from neighbouring
countries such as Malaysia and Thailand. The new option is
convenient and fuss-free and all one needs to do is make the
payment of ERP charges upon departure at the Woodlands and
Tuas checkpoints. With this added ease of travelling on
Singapore roads, we hope to see more visitors, especially
from Malaysia, drive over to Singapore for leisure breaks
and business trips.”
To drive home the message that it is more convenient than
ever to drive into Singapore for a visit, STB’s Regional
Office in Kuala Lumpur will also be running a print
advertising campaign in key Malaysian dailies.
Mr Ho Meng Kit, Chief Executive of LTA said:
“We are pleased to be able to introduce this new ERP
payment scheme for foreign-registered cars. We hope to
provide a more convenient and user-friendly alternative for
motorists coming in from our neighbouring countries, by
combining the payment modes of ERP fee, Vehicle Permit
Payment and toll charges into a single step. This will also
benefit motorists of foreign-registered cars who may not be
familiar with the requirements of driving in and out of
Singapore.”
Information on the new ERP scheme for foreign-registered
cars can be obtained at the immigration booths at the
Woodlands and Tuas checkpoints, the Singapore High
Commission in Kuala Lumpur, STB’s Kuala Lumpur office and
the Singapore LTA office. Notices on the new scheme will
also be distributed at the checkpoints during the initial
period. Alternatively, members of the public can log on to
the following websites for more information:
www.lta.gov.sg
www.onemotoring.com.sg
About the Electronic Road Pricing (ERP) Scheme
Electronic Road Pricing (ERP) is an automated road pricing
system designed to keep Singapore’s roads smooth flowing.
It is based on the principle of charging motorists when they
travel on heavily used roads during peak hours. Motorists
who choose not to pay ERP can opt to use alternative roads,
or going into the city until before or after the ERP
operational hours.
Major expressways and roads are priced during peak hours on
weekdays to ensure that they are not congested and motorists
drive within an optimal speed range of 45 to 65 km/h for
expressways and 20 to 30 km/h for major roads. There is no
ERP charge on weekends and public holidays.
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1.This new scheme is only for foreign-registered cars, and
not other types of vehicles.
2. From 7pm to 2am on Mondays to Fridays, and for the whole
day on Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays,
foreign-registered vehicles need not pay the Vehicle Entry
Permit to drive into Singapore.
3.IUs can be installed for S$151.45 (inclusive of GST), or
rented for S$10 for two days, and $5 per day thereafter.
4.The Autopass Card is an electronic smartcard that all
foreign-registered vehicles must have before entering
Singapore via the Woodlands or Tuas Checkpoint.
Source:
Singapore Tourism Board Media Release 25 Aug 2003
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