A new trial for roadside electronic parking (REP) began in Singapore on August 3, 2026, marking a significant step in the transition to the satellite-based ERP 2.0 system. Approximately 1,000 motorists are participating in this pilot, which covers 644 designated carparks and roughly 19,000 parking spaces managed by the Urban Redevelopment Authority. This initiative aims to streamline parking payments by integrating them directly into the vehicle's On-Board Unit (OBU) touchscreen display, replacing the need for separate mobile applications or manual inputs.
Under the new system, the OBU automatically detects when a vehicle is parked. When a driver turns off the engine, a prompt appears on the touchscreen, allowing the user to start a parking session with a simple tap. The system is designed to end the session automatically when the vehicle leaves the parking space, calculating the charges and deducting them from the user's preferred payment mode. This process eliminates the need for motorists to estimate their parking duration or manually extend sessions, offering a more seamless experience compared to existing methods like the app.
This trial is part of a broader effort by the Land Transport Authority to modernize Singapore's road and parking infrastructure. As the current gantry-based Electronic Road Pricing system reaches the end of its operational life, the government is shifting toward Global Navigation Satellite System technology. This transition will eventually see the removal of physical gantries, with the new OBU serving as the central hub for both road usage charges and parking payments.
Participants in the trial will provide feedback on the system's effectiveness and user experience, which will help authorities refine the technology before a wider rollout. While the current pilot is limited to a select group of drivers, it represents the future of parking in Singapore, where digital integration and automation are expected to become the standard for all motorists.