17.6M fewer vehicles entered Manhattan since congestion pricing launch: NY officials

NEW DATA: Is Congestion Pricing Working?

(New York, NY) — The MTA released new data Tuesday and said Manhattan Congestion Pricing led to fewer cars driving in the so-called “relief zone.” With drivers being charged an average of $9 per day for entering Manhattan south of 60th Street, it appears traffic patterns are changing. At least, per the transit agency’s data. Governor Kathy Hochul says 2.7 million fewer vehicles entered the “congestion relief zone” in August — compared to the sam…

17.6M fewer vehicles entered Manhattan since congestion pricing launch: NY officials

New York says 17.6 million fewer vehicles have entered Manhattan in 2025

17.6M fewer vehicles entered Manhattan since congestion pricing launch: NY officials

New York City's congestion pricing scheme reduces traffic by 12%, improves commuting times, and enhances safety, despite legal challenges.

New York says 17.6 million fewer vehicles have entered Manhattan in 2025

By David Shepardson

New York Says 17.6 Million Fewer Vehicles Have Entered Manhattan in 2025