Fewer cars in Manhattan and fewer crashes, MTA finds

Congestion pricing impacts: Fewer cars in Manhattan and fewer crashes, MTA finds
The MTA released new numbers on Friday showing that despite some perceptions, the controversial tolling program has made a big impact on the number of vehicles in Manhattan.
Fewer cars entered NYC during first two weeks of congestion pricing: MTA
In its second week, Manhattan’s new congestion pricing toll reduced weekday traffic by an average of 4.6%, according to MTA data. In the first two weeks after congestion pricing rolled out on Jan. 5,
How congestion pricing opponents plan to stop the Manhattan toll
Opponents haven't identified a quick way to end congestion pricing. Supporters and transportation experts are confident the new Manhattan tolls are here to stay.
Murphy wants data showing impact of Manhattan congestion pricing on tunnel revenue
Gov. Phil Murphy has said any drop in tunnel revenue for Port Authority due to congestion pricing should not come at the expense of NJ projects.
Is congestion pricing working? What MTA report tells us about Manhattan toll’s first week
Traffic entering Manhattan below 60th Street dropped by 7.5% in the first week after the start of a controversial $9 toll on driving in that area.
MTA says nearly 27K fewer cars in congestion zone per weekday
Just weeks after activating the first-in-the-nation congestion pricing program, the MTA says nearly 27K less vehicles entered Manhattan's Central Business District last week.
Nearly 27K less vehicles in Manhattan's Central Business District amid congestion pricing: MTA
After just a few weeks online, congestion pricing appears to be working just as the MTA planned. Recent data from the agency shows fewer vehicles entering the central business district since the plan has been activated.
Congestion Pricing Results Are Mixed but Some Commutes Improve
Many commuters continue to oppose the new tolling program in New York City even as some drivers and bus riders are spending ...
New York’s Congestion Pricing Takes a Toll on Truckers
Starting this week in New York City, heavy-duty trucks must pay $21.60 each time they enter Manhattan south of 60th Street between 5 a.m. and 9 p.m. on weekdays and between 9 a.m. and 9 p.m. on ...
Deadbeat drivers racked up $5B in unpaid MTA tolls in 4 years — and closing booths to go ‘cashless’ may be to blame
Deadbeat drivers racked up $5.1 billion in unpaid MTA tolls and violations over four years – a number likely sent ...
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MTA head takes shot at Murphy while revealing congestion pricing data
The head of MTA is taking a shot at New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy who continues to fight the Manhattan congestion pricing ...
New Jersey mayor floats 'reverse congestion pricing' toll in response to NYC's controversial toll
A New Jersey mayor is proposing reverse congestion pricing toll after New York City recently implemented its controversial ...
Lawmakers ask President Donald Trump to stop congestion pricing
Rep. Nicole Malliotakis said the environmental assessment approved last year by President Joe Biden's Federal Highway ...
New Jersey governor asks Trump to 'reexamine' nation's first congestion pricing plan
The plan, which launched on Jan. 5, newly charges passenger vehicles $9 to access Manhattan below 60th Street during peak ...
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Plans for new ‘Interborough Express’ Brooklyn-to-Queens train back on track as congestion pricing rolls on
As congestion pricing chugs along, another big MTA project stands to move forward with financial support from the Manhattan ...