Telepass electronic toll collection device

Telepass is an iconic Italian brand that revolutionized motorway travel by introducing the first large-scale electronic toll collection system. Originally introduced in 1990 by Autostrade per l'Italia for the FIFA World Cup, the system uses On-Board Units (OBU) to allow vehicles to pass through toll booths without stopping. Over the decades, it has evolved from a simple tolling device into a comprehensive mobility platform that facilitates payments for parking, congestion charges, ferries, and even fuel.

The manufacturing of the hardware is primarily centered in Italy, maintaining a local supply chain for the electronic units. The brand operates under Telepass S.p.A., which has grown into a major player in the European Electronic Toll Service (EETS) sector. Today, the brand is part of a strategic partnership involving Mundys (formerly Atlantia) and the global investment firm Partners Group, ensuring its expansion into broader digital mobility services beyond traditional road tolling.