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Interstate 485
Coverage of Interstate 485 in the Nexus archive.
- NCDOT implements I-485 toll rate changes
NCDOT has increased toll rates on I-485 in south Charlotte by up to 25 cents during peak hours to manage traffic flow. The Turnpike Authority states rates will fluctuate based on congestion, with some tolls decreasing during off-peak times. NC Quick Pass offers discounts for frequent users.
- I-485 toll prices to increase during peak hours
Toll prices on parts of the new Interstate 485 will increase by up to 25 cents during peak hours starting June 29, while lower-demand areas will see reduced rates. The North Carolina Turnpike Authority announced the changes, and drivers have used the lanes for over 750,000 trips since their opening.