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In London, Congestion Pricing Reduces Traffic – And Saves Lives

Research concludes that introducing a congestion charge led to a 40 percent reduction in traffic crashes in Central London.
In London, Congestion Pricing Reduces Traffic – And Saves Lives
Signs indicate the entrance to London's congestion pricing zone.
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