Remarks by transport minister Fikile Mbalula that e-tolls will not be scrapped, and that an e-toll funding solution will be found, are disappointing and out of step with the sentiments of most Gauteng motorists
The Automobile Association has reiterated its long-held view that the e-toll system in its present form will continue to fail as most motorists have a taken a principled stand against making payments.as saying national roads must be maintained “ which meant the e-toll system cannot be scrapped”.
The association said its research is clear that the overwhelming majority of Gauteng motorists will never pay e-tolls under any circumstances. It has proposed the scrapping of the system and the reimbursement of funds to those who have historically paid. The association said motorists in the province are being saddled with a financial burden to maintain a major route but other transport needs are not being met. It said, for instance, other factors must be considered when dealing with e-toll funding.
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