Richmond toll roads go cashless, leaving some drivers caught off guard: ‘What is the benefit?’

RICHMOND, Va. — Cash is no longer accepted on most of Richmond’s toll roads, and some drivers say they were caught off guard by the change.

As of Saturday, Feb. 28, the Powhite Parkway, Boulevard Bridge and all ramps have gone fully electronic. Cash will continue to be accepted at the Downtown Expressway from 6:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. until it is completely phased out by 2027.

Drivers will need an E-ZPass or will be billed through the Pay by Plate system, in which cameras capture license plate images and statements are mailed to vehicle owners…

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