Dartford toll free-flow system...(and increased payments)
Discussion
nail_it said:
Squawk1066 said:
Still not recognising my car, had 3 trips over during the charge times in 2 days. FFS.
Starting to explain why they want us previous Dart Tag users to retain the tags on our screens still.nail_it said:
If there is a problem with the new system, they can revert back and plunder our old accounts
It makes no sense at all to require the tag to still be used unless their fancy new ANPR system is pants. The tag is no longer in my car (it's now tucked away in a drawer at home until they ask for its return) and it's staying that way. They can whistle. I won't be concerned unless and until I get one of these love letters. Then the fun and games will begin.Quattromaster said:
Just had my first "dart charge" December statement through.
1st dec £67.28
31st dec £67.28.
My lads in vans have made over 20 trips during this time.
Needless to say I'm liking this new system.
Interesting, I've been across over 12 times with my trade plates on covering the reg no. And only two trips have shown yet been across in my car which is registered and it shows within half an hour, 1st dec £67.28
31st dec £67.28.
My lads in vans have made over 20 trips during this time.
Needless to say I'm liking this new system.
mdk1 said:
Quattromaster said:
Just had my first "dart charge" December statement through.
1st dec £67.28
31st dec £67.28.
My lads in vans have made over 20 trips during this time.
Needless to say I'm liking this new system.
Interesting, I've been across over 12 times with my trade plates on covering the reg no. And only two trips have shown yet been across in my car which is registered and it shows within half an hour, 1st dec £67.28
31st dec £67.28.
My lads in vans have made over 20 trips during this time.
Needless to say I'm liking this new system.
Eleven said:
It occurred to me as I went through there last week that cars could easily be obscured from view by larger vehicles between them and the cameras.
Hmm tried that, but even the big truck in front of me (as we crawled through the cameras) did not stop me getting charged. They must cop you from behind as well.
Not a recommendation though as it's a high risk environment.Eleven said:
djstevec said:
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k and bks....forgot to pay for my crossing on Sat afternoon. I guess paying this morning is too late to avoid being stiffed for £35?
I'd try and see what happens.k and bks....forgot to pay for my crossing on Sat afternoon. I guess paying this morning is too late to avoid being stiffed for £35?CoolC said:
What's the crossing like now south in the mornings?
I've got a 07:50 Eurotunnel crossing on Wednesday, so will be crossing around 06:30. It has always been flowing pretty well at those times, but I've not used it since the changes.
It should be fine barring any unforeseen holdup. I use it at around 9 am at which time it was always stacked up over the bridge, now you go through at 30-40mph only slowing for the chicane they've put in.I've got a 07:50 Eurotunnel crossing on Wednesday, so will be crossing around 06:30. It has always been flowing pretty well at those times, but I've not used it since the changes.
Eleven said:
djstevec said:
fk and bks....forgot to pay for my crossing on Sat afternoon. I guess paying this morning is too late to avoid being stiffed for £35?
I'd try and see what happens.k and bks....forgot to pay for my crossing on Sat afternoon. I guess paying this morning is too late to avoid being stiffed for £35?
Vehicle Y353XOC
Payment date 12/01/2015
Payment amount £2.50 (1 crossings)
You have made crossings against the payment as follows:
Date Time Direction Class Charge
10/01/2015 12:32 The A282 Trunk Road Dartford Crossing Southbound Class B £2.50
Edited by djstevec on Tuesday 13th January 14:22
djstevec said:
Well seems like my payment was set against my Saturday crossing even though I missed the midnight the following day payment deadline. Maybe there's a grace period for first time offenders/idiots like me!
Vehicle Y353XXX
Payment date 12/01/2015
Payment amount £2.50 (1 crossings)
You have made crossings against the payment as follows:
Date Time Direction Class Charge
10/01/2015 12:32 The A282 Trunk Road Dartford Crossing Southbound Class B £2.50
A guess here - below the surface the whole thing is in chaos and they're happy that you've paid, no matter that it's late. Might be worth editing your registration though, just in case. [/paranoia]Vehicle Y353XXX
Payment date 12/01/2015
Payment amount £2.50 (1 crossings)
You have made crossings against the payment as follows:
Date Time Direction Class Charge
10/01/2015 12:32 The A282 Trunk Road Dartford Crossing Southbound Class B £2.50
Edited by djstevec on Tuesday 13th January 14:22
Had a quality conversation with them last night, I needed to pay for two crossings in a hire car that I have for a few days whilst my company car is in for repair.
I told the operator that I wanted to pay for two crossings yesterday, but she couldn't get it in her head that I didn't own the car, "but what about the crossings you made on the 9th of Dec and the 17th"
Hopefully I won't be charged for future crossings of that vehicle, because she wanted to add it to my account!
Arrrgh
I told the operator that I wanted to pay for two crossings yesterday, but she couldn't get it in her head that I didn't own the car, "but what about the crossings you made on the 9th of Dec and the 17th"
Hopefully I won't be charged for future crossings of that vehicle, because she wanted to add it to my account!
Arrrgh
chibbard said:
I'd love to see the revenue figures comparison for before and after the system was implimented. It sounds as if they could be losing out big time. They'll be throwing the barriers back up at this rate....
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