New York to implement congestion pricing for Manhattan starting January 5

New York's congestion pricing plan will start on January 5, 2025, after years of delays. Drivers entering the busiest part of Manhattan will face new tolls aimed at reducing traffic and funding public transit. Tolls will vary based on time and whether drivers use E-ZPass. Peak hours will see charges of $9 for E-ZPass users and $13.50 for those billed by mail. Exceptions apply for certain vehicles and low-income drivers. Passengers in taxis and rideshare vehicles will also incur additional fees. This plan makes New York the first U.S. city to implement congestion pricing, a strategy already used in cities like London and Stockholm.