That number seems to be in check with other states and taking into consideration there have been strides in making travel easier on the Parkway and Turnpike by creating more of a thoroughfare with the implementation of E-ZPass Express Lanes.

Source: https://nj1015.com/new-jersey-highway-fatalities-reach-new-high-and-top-10-in-the-country/

The E-ZPass transponder was in the same position on the car window as it always has been.

Source: https://nj1015.com/my-nj-e-zpass-nightmare-can-you-relate/