Chicago rideshare surcharge for pick-up, drop-off in congestion zone takes effect Tuesday
ABC7 Chicago••business
Key Points:
- Starting Tuesday, rideshare users in Chicago will face increased fees when picked up or dropped off in designated congestion zones, with a new city tax raising the surcharge to $1.50 per ride between 6 a.m. and 10 p.m.
- Shared rides will incur an additional 60-cent fee, reflecting a rise from the previous $1.13 charge, as part of the expanded congestion zone boundaries and rate hike.
- The congestion zones cover large areas including downtown Chicago's Loop, River North, West Loop, and extend to neighborhoods such as Pilsen, Hyde Park, and Andersonville.
- Some riders express frustration over the continual rise in ride costs, fearing the surcharges may discourage rideshare use and negatively affect drivers' income
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