New York City's new congestion pricing toll for drivers entering the center of Manhattan began on Sunday (January 5). Drivers will now pay $9 to access the busiest part of the city during peak hours.

New York’s new toll for drivers entering the center of Manhattan debuted Sunday, meaning many people will pay $9 to access the busiest part of the Big Apple during peak hours.

New York City launched a new congestion toll for motorists entering Manhattan, marking the first such toll to be launched in the United States. The tax, $9 for most motorists entering congestion zones during peak hours,