Last Updated:January 24, 2026, 14:19 IST The road transport ministry has updated vehicle rules to prevent toll skipping and support barrier-free tolling. Unpaid toll dues can now block sale, transfer and fitness renewal. (Photo Credit: X) The government has made changes to vehicle rules that could affect car owners who have unpaid toll fees. The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) has updated the Central Motor Vehicles Rules, 2026, to tighten checks around toll payments on national highways. These changes focus on making sure toll charges are paid on time, improving the electronic toll system, and stopping people from skipping toll payments. The move is also linked to the upcoming system of barrier-free tolling, where vehicles will no longer need to stop at toll plazas. Under the new rules, toll payments are now closely tied to vehicle records. This means unpaid toll charges can lead to serious issues, especially if someone wants to sell or transfer their vehicle. Pending Toll Fees Can Block Vehicle Sale And Transfer One of the biggest changes is the …