Posted: 9:46 AM PST · January 4, 2025
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Anthony Haley
Lyft will credit NYC riders for congestion fee throughout January
New York City’s congestion pricing is scheduled to take effect Sunday—but for the first month, Lyft said it will be crediting riders who pay the fee.
NYC’s program, which is designed to reduce traffic in lower Manhattan while also raising funds for mass transit, was paused by Governor Kathy Hochul in June and eventually reinstated at a reduced price. There are different prices for different vehicles at different times—during daytime hours, it will cost $9 to drive a regular car in Manhattan below 60th Street, while someone using a ride-hailing service like Uber or Lyft will pay $1.50 per ride.
Lyft passengers will be charged like everyone else, but the company said that throughout January, they’ll get the money back in credits that can be spent on Lyft or Citi Bike for the following week.
Lyft also noted that the new fee comes on top of an existing $2.75 congestion fee for rides that begin, end, or pass through Manhattan below 96th Street. So it described the credit as "a small gesture to help people adjust to another new expense—even as we work to reduce the overall cost of rides."
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Further Details
For more details on how the credit system works or to learn about the congestion pricing program, visit the official website or contact customer support.
This article provides a comprehensive overview of New York City’s congestion pricing program and its implications for riders using services like Lyft in January 2025. It highlights the changes made by the program and how riders can benefit from the credit system while contributing to community initiatives through fees.
The program aims to alleviate traffic congestion in lower Manhattan, a goal supported by both local officials and transportation experts. The inclusion of credits for riders is intended to help them adapt to the new pricing structure without significantly increasing their travel costs.
Read more about how this initiative impacts daily life in NYC and explore related topics like apps, government policy, and other technological advancements in the tech industry.
This article was written by Anthony Haley and provides insights into the latest developments in transportation and technology as they impact urban mobility solutions. For the most up-to-date information, follow TechCrunch’s coverage of key trends and innovations shaping the future of tech-driven services.
