New York City will introduce a congestion pricing toll on January 5, 2025, marking a significant effort to tackle traffic and modernize infrastructure. Under this plan, drivers entering Manhattan south of 60th Street during the day will
pay $9, with fees rising
to $12 by 2028. Nighttime rates will drop
to $2.25, offering reduced charges for off-peak travel.
Breakdown of toll rates:
💬 Passenger vehicles: $9 (daytime), $2.25 (nighttime).
💬 Motorcycles: $4.50.
💬 Small trucks and buses: $14.40.
💬 Large trucks/tour buses: $21.60.
💬 Ride-share trips (Uber, Lyft): $1.50 per trip.
💬 Тaxis: $0.75 per trip.
Low-income drivers earning below $50,000 annually will benefit from
a 50% discount after their
first 10 trips in a month. Emergency vehicles, city service vehicles, and commuter buses will be exempt from the toll.
Proceeds will support infrastructure modernization, with a focus on enhancing the subway system and procuring electric buses. Non-E-ZPass users will incur additional mailing fees, although specific rates have yet to be disclosed.
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