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5mo ago

Macron Addresses Fines for Smartphone Toll Payments, Promises Review

The French President responded on TikTok to public outcry after drivers were penalized for using smartphones to pay tolls, pledging to resolve the issue with the Interior Ministry.

Le Code de la route interdit l'usage de son téléphone pour payer au péage, le véhicule étant toujours en état de circulation (photo d'illustration).
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Payer au péage d’autoroute par Apple Pay était bien verbalisable.
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Overview

  • A 21-year-old driver received a €90 fine and three points off his license for using his smartphone to pay a toll, sparking public debate on TikTok.
  • The incident highlighted a legal gray area, as French traffic laws prohibit phone use by drivers on active roadways, even when stationary.
  • President Emmanuel Macron acknowledged the concerns raised by influencers and promised to work with the Interior Ministry to address the issue of smartphone toll payments.
  • Macron emphasized the need for modernized payment systems, stating that by 2025, smartphone toll payments should be feasible without legal complications.
  • Toll operators like Vinci Autoroutes previously promoted smartphone payments but have since revised their recommendations following the controversy.