This book describes the theory and practice of congestion charging using advanced electronic systems. The general principles and potential benefits are presented and a framework for good practice established. The financial, institutional, technological and social issues that must be addressed are outlined and a comparitive assessment and review of current and pilot projects in Europe and South-East Asia are given. Since the first edition was published, there have been significant developments in road pricing practice. This edition of Road Pricing has been widely revised, updating the case studies and expanding coverage to include the latest developments in the UK, Europe and the USA, providing further essential up-to-date iformation in current theory and practice in congestion charging for policy-makers and practitioners.
Road Pricing : Theory and Practice