Charge: Anyone who takes a taxi is used to keeping a close eye on the meter. Some countries are considering a similar metered charge for private car use. A system hooked up to the Internet and GPS would calculate a charge for each trip based on a mileage-based formula that incorporates the car’s fuel efficiency. Driving on busy roads would cost more as would travel during rush hour. The Netherlands had planned to implement the system next year, but the policy was shelved when a new government was elected in 2010. Those who support the idea point out that the meters would replace tolls and congestion fees, and would be more equitable because they would be based on usage, not mere car ownership.
Cities get creative with solutions for traffic congestion woes
SIRI AGRELL and MURAT YUKSELIR
The Globe and Mail Published Sunday, Aug. 21 2011, 11:39 PM EDT
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