Driving on the motorway without slowing down or stopping to pay tolls is now possible thanks to free-flow tolling. Already deployed on several motorway routes such as the A13 and A14, this system radically transforms the driver experience by combining fluidity, safety, and modernity. How does it work? What equipment is needed? And above all, what payment options are available for regular and occasional users? In this article, we explore in detail how free-flow tolling works, the advantages of electronic toll collection, and simple ways to pay for your journey with complete peace of mind.
What is free-flow tolling?
Free-flow tolling is an automated payment system that allows vehicles to travel on the highway without stopping at toll barriers. Gantry cranes equipped with sensors and cameras detect and identify moving vehicles, automatically calculating the amount due based on the distance traveled.
Fonctionnement du péage en flux libre ENGLISH
Les portiques installés au-dessus des voies de circulation sont dotés de technologies avancées :
- Caméras à haute résolution : lisent les plaques d'immatriculation.
- Capteurs de classification : déterminent la catégorie du véhicule (voiture, poids lourd, etc.).
- Systèmes de communication : interagissent avec les badges de télépéage.
Ces dispositifs fonctionnent quelles que soient les conditions météorologiques ou le trafic, assurant une détection fiable et continue.
A time saver...