Toll collection in the region aims to reduce traffic in an increasingly populated city
Since last Sunday, 5, motorists traveling through the city of New Yorkus United Statesbegan to pay tolls when entering the central region of Manhattan.
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Known for its popular tourist attractions, such as the Village and Chelsea neighborhoods, the Empire State Building and the Wall Street region, tolls in the region aim to reduce traffic in an increasingly populated city.
According to the Municipal Transport Department, around 700,000 vehicles circulate in the region every day.
Toll value
For cars and small commercial vehicles the amounts charged will be $9From R$55.06 at the current price, during peak hours and 2.25 USD (13.76 R$) outside of peak hours.
Taxis and ride-hailing vehicles will be subject to an additional charge to be paid by passengers for each trip. The cost is 0.75 USD (4.59 R$) for taxis and executive transport and 1.50 USD (9.18 R$) for cars ordered via the app.
Motorcycles will pay USD 4.50 (R$27.53) during peak hours and USD 1.05 (R$6.42) during off-peak hours. For trucks and buses, prices vary depending on the size of the vehicle and range from USD 14.40 (R$88) to USD 21.60 (R$132) during peak hours and from USD 3.60 (R$22.20) R$) to 5.40 USD (33.4 R$) outside peak hours. .
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