Here’s how New York City’s congestion charges affect you
New York City officially became the first U.S. subway system to introduce congestion pricing. FOX 5 NY’s Haley Fixler tells you what you need to know.
new york – The E-ZPass New York website was pushing users into a waiting room during the first weekday when New York City’s new congestion pricing was in effect.
“The E-ZPass NY website is currently experiencing higher than normal activity,” E-ZPass NY said on its website, which was accessible around 9:45 a.m., but by 10:20 a.m. It was announced that it was now accessible.
The MTA advised drivers to update their E-ZPass accounts before entering the toll plaza, as drivers without a current license plate linked will be charged a much higher toll by mail.
Most drivers pay $9 to enter the Manhattan zone, but tolls by mail cost an additional $5, for a total cost of $13.
What is congestion pricing?
Congestion pricing is an electronic toll system that charges vehicles entering Manhattan’s Congestion Reduction Zone (CRZ), an area below 60th Street that excludes certain freeways such as FDR Drive and West Side Highway. The purpose of this program is to:
Reduce traffic congestion in Manhattan’s most congested areas.Encourage the use of public transportation.Fund approximately $15 billion to improve transportation infrastructure.
New Jersey commuter fares increase
Some New Jersey drivers are already feeling the effects of New York City’s new congestion pricing, and are also facing toll increases in Port Authority tunnels and bridges. FOX 5 NY’s Briella Tomassetti has more details.
Congestion charge map
Vehicles entering the Manhattan Zone (local roads and thoroughfares below 60 Street near Central Park) will be charged a toll.
This map shows proposed zones for congestion pricing in New York City.
How does it work?
Most tolls will be collected through E-ZPass thanks to gantries already installed at congestion zone entry points.
Drivers without E-ZPass will be mailed a bill and forced to pay the higher rate.
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