40 percent hike in HGS fees: What will the new prices be

High inflation and rising fuel and energy costs have also been reflected in the Rapid Transit System (HGS) as a price hike. It has been reported that HGS tariffs will be increased by 40 percent. According to information obtained from sources in the banking sector, banks will notify their customers of the new fee schedule via text message. The new prices will be effective as of August 19.

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40 percent hike in HGS fees: What will the new prices be

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Price hikes in fuel and energy tariffs, along with high inflation, have brought about an increase in Fast Pass System (HGS) tariffs as well.

According to information obtained from banking sector officials, a 40 percent increase has been applied to HGS.

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Banks will notify their customers of the new fee schedule via text message this week, and the new pricing will take effect starting August 19.

The minimum HGS (Fast Pass System) balance threshold was last increased to 175 TL on April 1, following a 75 percent hike. It had been stated that an update to HGS limits was necessary following the increases in bridge and highway tolls in July.

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The new regulation aims to prevent HGS members from experiencing insufficient balance issues during highway and bridge crossings. It is stated that the automatic top-up amount will be updated to 245 TL.