The MTA has shared the initial impacts of the first week of congestion pricing. According to their new numbers, the MTA said 200,000 fewer vehicles entered Manhattan’s Congestion Relief Zone below 60th Street. That’s down more than 7.5% from 2024.
With fewer cars on the roads, inbound crossings moved 30-40% faster, and general traffic on Manhattan streets moved 20-30% better.
MTA reports the impact of the first week of congestion pricing
FILE - Recently installed toll traffic cameras hang above West End Ave. near 61st Street in the Manhattan borough of New York, Nov. 16, 2023. (AP Photo/Ted Shaffrey, File)
