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Car fuel gasoline station gas. Car fuels concept
Jan 2, 2026

Gas tax increase hits NJ drivers as 2026 begins

New Jersey drivers are paying more at the pump after a 4.2-cent uptick took effect Jan. 1, 2026, to fund transportation projects statewide.

Highway traffic
Dec 22, 2025

Turnpike scraps lane expansion, saves $500M on Newark Bay plan

The revised Newark Bay–Hudson County Extension project instead favors port-direct ramps to reduce congestion.

On May 1, 2025, the South Jersey Transportation Authority installed the first overhead tolling gantry as part of its transition to an all-electronic tolling system.
May 5, 2025

Atlantic City Expressway nears electronic toll launch

The new gantries along the 44-mile route will help facilitate seamless toll collection, without the need for drivers to stop or slow down when paying with E-ZPass.

The E-ZPass and full-service toll booth by the exit into Ocean City.
Feb 20, 2025

Port Authority touts toll cheat crackdown

The agency said it recovered $18 million in unpaid charges and administrative fees as a result of the effort, which was the number of summonses issued jump by 27% year over year.

Rush hour traffic in Manhattan.
Jan 2, 2025

NYC congestion pricing ruling interpreted differently as Jan. 5 start nears

The controversial toll would charge most motorists to enter the area south of 60th Street in Manhattan.

Two trains at the platforms of the Journal Square PATH station.
Dec 17, 2024

FanDuel Casino sponsors free rides, tolls Dec. 18

“As part of our ongoing brand campaign, we’re here to show people nothing beats the feeling of winning on FanDuel Casino," said Marketing Vice President Daniele Phillips. "Though a lot of great feelings come close – like scoring a free ride or toll for the day.”

On Nov. 14, 2024, Gov. Kathy Hochul announced a plan to begin implementing congestion pricing in New York City by early January.
Nov 19, 2024

MTA board approves new congestion pricing plan

After pausing the introduction over the summer, Gov. Kathy Hochul has revived efforts to institute the toll to enter the area south of 60th Street in Manhattan, or the Central Business District (CBD), albeit with a lower cost, to start.

The E-ZPass and full-service toll booth by the exit into Ocean City.
Aug 6, 2024

Port Authority cracks down on toll cheats

During the first six months of the year, the bistate agency has increased its respective numbers of summonses issued as well as individuals arrested for theft of service or license plate issued by more than 50%.

On Jan. 4, 2024, U.S. Rep. Josh Gottheimer, D-5th District, released a new congressional report on New York’s proposed congestion tax.
Jan 5, 2024

Gottheimer crunches the numbers on congestion pricing (updated)

“So, now that we know what the MTA is planning to charge for the congestion tax, it begs the question, just how much revenue will New York and the MTA generate for themselves from the congestion?” U.S. Rep. Josh Gottheimer said at a press conference unveiling the report. “We know they aren’t planning to give a nickel to Jersey."

Aerial view of the New Jersey Turnpike in Mercer County, taken by a drone looking southwest.
Oct 27, 2023

Murphy vetoes controversial proposed toll increase

“We’re going to veto this, take our time, analyze the data, and make an informed decision,” Gov. Phil Murphy commented on his decision to block the increase.

George Washington Bridge
Sep 11, 2023

NJ leaders offer conflicting courses to combat congestion pricing plan

The situation – "a real slap in the face to New Jersey,” according to New Jersey Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Tom Bracken – has rippled through the Garden State, even bleeding into the potential 2025 gubernatorial race.

On July 21 in Fort Lee, Gov. Phil Murphy – joined by (from left) Assembly Speaker Craig Coughlin, U.S. Rep. Josh Gottheimer, Sen. Bob Menendez and U.S. Rep. Bill Pascrell – announced New Jersey's next steps in the fight against New York City’s controversial congestion pricing plan.
Jul 21, 2023

New Jersey files federal lawsuit to block congestion pricing in NYC

"Today we stand as a unified front against this reckless scheme and reaffirm our commitment to combat the unjust taxation of our hardworking residents by other states," Gov. Phil Murphy said July 21.