EZ Pass

Don’t be fooled by this scam affecting drivers on the New York State Thruway.

The New York State Thruway Authority is warning people who have EZ Pass and Tolls by Mail travelers about a sophisticated and dangerous scam.

The FBI has reported over 2,000 complaints in the last few months.

If you have an E-ZPass, or even if you have ever passed through a New York State toll plaza, this is something you will want to know.

Someone learned the hard way. You can't put this in your car if you are driving on the 90 in New York State, according to the New York State Thruway website.

Here's what to look out for.

The New York State Thruway Authority is giving drivers another option to pay tolls.

If you travel on the Thruway you better keep a close eye on your EZ Pass statement. That's the warning after a Central New York trucking company was overcharged hundreds of dollars.

The final gantry has been erected over the NYS Thruway, with plans to take the roadway cashless starting in November - including in Utica and Rome. Those without an EZ Pass could see a toll hike as well.

The New York State Thruway is on track to go cashless by the end of the year - through the use of over 2,000 cameras watching cars go by daily - including the Utica exit.