EZ Pass

By all means get one. It will save you tons of time. I recently went down the NJ Turnpike in my TV and TT with the EZ pass I had for my cars. When I questioned the cost, they told me if I had a blue one for towing, the cost would have been less. At my request they sent me one, at no cost and tied it into my account.
Good luck.

I live in OH, obtained mine through PA. PA EZ-Pass is less expensive than the same thing offered by OH. Accounts may be set up (transponders mailed to your home) on-line with the Turnpike Commission, or at kiosks located at PA Tpk Service Plazas (transponders dispensed by the kiosk vending machine). Toll rates are discounted for EZ-Pass customers on the PA Tpk, as stated by earlier posts. Website allows you to register every vehicle in which you might carry, or use the transponder. No need for multiple transponders, we just switch the transponder to the vehicle we're driving on the Tpk that day. Our Jay Flight is listed, along with my 'Burban and the DW's Sonata. Registration is simple, just list the license plate number, and a description of the vehicle. The technology not only reads the Radio Frequency signal, but also snaps a photo of the vehicle(s). Do check your on-line account frequently to watch for incorrect charges. I've heard stories of higher "flat rate" charges for those towing a trailer without proper registration.

I only use my EZ Pass a few trips each year but it is well worth it in my opinion.

Each state EZ Pass is a little different. Example, the Pell Bridge in RI is a $4.00 toll with or without EZ Pass, but RI residents pay 83 cents with EZ Pass. The RI system does not charge for inactivity but some states do charge for inactivity. If you have a New Hampshire EZ Pass you get a discount on tolls even if you are not a New Hampshire resident, at least they used to, I don't know if that has changed recently.

I only have one transponder and all the places I have gone so far will automaticaly figure out if I am towing and charge acordingly. Some states do require a seperate transponder if you are towing.

It would be best to check the rules for the states you plan to travel the most and see which state EZ pass (or Illinois I-Pass) would be best for you.

The_Painting_Teacher wrote:
EZ Pass is available free (at least from the State of Mass) and is secured with a credit card number. I have two transponders, one for towing and one for solo. Some EZ Pass lanes permit you to travel through at 65 mph, but most do not. In any event .... free and drive through? It's worth it. Camp on!

I believe in PA, there is a small deposit for the transponder. When I read the FAQ, it said that you only needed one transponder, if you are pulling a trailer the toll booth will add the additional axles automatically. I think I will get one. They are available at the AAA, some Walmarts, or online, etc.
Thanks for your help!

EZ Pass is available free (at least from the State of Mass) and is secured with a credit card number. I have two transponders, one for towing and one for solo. Some EZ Pass lanes permit you to travel through at 65 mph, but most do not. In any event .... free and drive through? It's worth it. Camp on!

When I was back East last year, I sure wish I had an EZ Pass, it would have saved me a lot of time and fiddling around to find change.

Bob in Calif.

I have an EZ-Pass and I would never be without it. It allows me to keep moving when everyone else is jammed up at the tollbooth. It gives me a substantial discount on toll prices over paying cash. I can log on to my account online and look over all my toll activity nationwide. It automatically detects whether I'm pulling the Fiver or not, and adjusts accordingly. I can't think of any single device I've ever gotten in my vehicle that is more useful (with the possible exception of the radio that connects to my cell phone via Bluetooth).

With EZ-Pass you can set it up with a credit card. I have one(EZ-pass tag)for the truck and one(EZ-pass tag)for the truck pulling a tandem axle trailer.
David

We carry an EZ-pass, a Sun Pass (for FL), and one that covers the TX toll roads in Austin, Houston, etc. In a Class A MH paying a toll through a little driver's window is awkward at best and I'm rarely going to have the kind of cash needed to pay the bill (it cost us >$50 last year on the PA Turnpike). Having the passes reduces waiting time and even gets you a discount in some states.

I would. The tolls are about 1/2 with I pass in Illinois. I set mine up with a credit card.