Toll charges on East Klang Valley Expressway Section 1 start at 12.01 am Oct 25, ending the two-month toll-free period for motorists.
KUALA LUMPUR: Toll collection on Section 1 of the East Klang Valley Expressway will commence at 12.01 am on October 25.
This move ends the two-month grace period that began following the highway’s official opening on August 30.
The concession company EKVE Sdn Bhd confirmed that the toll implementation marks the highway’s full operational status under its management.
The company highlighted that the temporary toll exemption was part of the MADANI government’s initiative to ease public burdens.
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Motorists enjoyed toll-free travel since Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim officially opened Section 1 on August 30.
The relief period allowed users to familiarise themselves with the new route and encouraged smoother traffic flow between Ampang, Hulu Langat, and Sungai Long.
Toll collection on EKVE Section 1 will be fully electronic using Touch ‘n Go cards, SmartTAG, and Radio Frequency Identification technology.
EKVE also advised motorists to observe all traffic regulations and directional signs at toll plazas for a smooth journey. Enquiries can be directed to the EKVE hotline at 1-300-88-3583. – Bernama
