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New York City Launches Historic Congestion Pricing Program: Full Details and Pricing Breakdown Today, January 5, 2025, New York City officially launched its much-anticipated Congestion Pricing Program, marking a groundbreaking effort to combat traffic congestion, improve air quality, and bolster funding for public transit. This historic initiative introduces tolls for vehicles entering Manhattan’s Central Business District (CBD) below 60th Street, a plan years in the making. What is Congestion Pricing? Congestion pricing aims to reduce vehicle congestion in heavily trafficked urban areas by charging fees for access during specified times. The revenue generated is earmarked for mass transit improvements, promising enhanced reliability for millions of riders. NYC joins other global cities, such as London and Stockholm, in implementing this system, which has shown significant success in reducing traffic and pollution. Pricing Details as of January 5, 2025 Standard Vehicles (e.g., […]