TransCore announced the completion of the all-electronic tolling conversion on the 44-mile Atlantic City Expressway (ACX) for the South Jersey Transportation Authority (SJTA). This milestone marks a key step in modernizing one of New Jersey’s most heavily traveled corridors.
As part of the project, TransCore served as the system integrator, designing and installing the new tolling system and delivering a fully electronic, all-overhead open-road tolling (ORT) environment.
By enabling seamless, cashless travel, this solution eliminates the need to stop or slow down at toll collection points, ensuring faster, safer and smoother journeys.
TransCore will also operate and maintain the infrastructure, ensuring long-term system performance and reliability.
The Atlantic City Expressway deployment utilizes TransCore’s next-generation Infinity Vehicle Capture and Tracking System (VCATS), an all-overhead, AI-powered tolling solution designed to deliver industry-leading accuracy without the need for in-road sensors.
Using advanced machine vision and vehicle tracking technology, the system enables precise vehicle detection, axle-based vehicle classification at highway speeds, supporting reliable all-electronic tolling across complex, high-volume corridors.
“Reaching this milestone represents a significant achievement in SJTA’s transition to all-electronic tolling on the Atlantic City Expressway,” said Stephen F. Dougherty, executive director of the South Jersey Transportation Authority.
“The strong partnership with TransCore throughout the project was exemplified as our teams worked hand in hand to accelerate the go-live effort over the holidays, ensuring a smooth transition to a modern, cashless tolling environment for motorists as 2026 began.”
This deployment represents one of New Jersey’s most extensive all-electronic tolling upgrades of an existing corridor. The transition to all-overhead tolling enhances long-term operational efficiency while supporting improved traffic flow and safety.
Additionally, the system’s walkable, maintenance-friendly gantry design offers operational flexibility, minimizing lane closures and reducing long-term maintenance costs.
“This project reflects SJTA’s commitment to delivering a safer, more efficient experience for motorists while modernizing infrastructure in a way that is practical and sustainable,” said Whitt Hall, president and CEO of TransCore.
“Converting a live tolling corridor of this length to an all-electronic tolling system requires careful planning and execution, and the Atlantic City Expressway marks an important step forward in New Jersey’s tolling modernization efforts.”
The installation of the first of 10 overhead tolling gantries took place on May 1, 2025, marking the beginning of a phased conversion that culminated in the expressway’s transition to all-electronic tolling in early January 2026.
With the system now fully deployed, it supports uninterrupted travel across the entire expressway while providing scalability for future enhancements.
This project also sets a benchmark for digital tolling upgrades, establishing a replicable model that can be applied to other major corridors across New Jersey.
