Pay-per-mile
A federal government transportation commission has endorsed a plan to switch from a traditional fuel tax to a pay-per-mile road tax using GPS systems. Rather than an 18-cent per gallon surcharge on gasoline, drivers would be taxed per-mile, with the option of charging more during rush hour. Although the White House has rejected the plan, the National Surface Transportation Infrastructure Financing Commission believes such a system will be put into effect by 2020. Would a per-mile driving tax discourage drivers from getting behind the wheel of fuel-efficient vehicles? Is this plan a better way to distribute the cost of highway maintenance? Larry Mantle takes your calls.
Also on this episode
AirTalk On The Road
Afghanistan: The Way Forward
More American troops and fewer predator drones? Should the Taliban have a stake in governing the country? And who should intervene in a flourishing opium trade? AirTalk goes on the road to stage our own Afghan summit and you're invited.
The event takes place at the Autry National Center, November 11 at 7pm. RSVP to AirTalk@kpcc.org.
Comments disabled after 14 days
Sponsor
Sponsor
STAFF PICK
Ivana Gomez del Campo
Tacos Baja Ensenada
Do not judge this restaurant by its cover, rather by the lines you're likely to find during the lunch rush. The famed fish tacos are made with flavorful, deep fried halibut filets that crumble in your mouth, wrapped in two perfectly grilled corn tortillas and topped with shredded cabbage, salsa and a rich cream sauce. For the adventurous types, there is a nice spread of condiments and salsas. The atmosphere is laid back and the prices so reasonable you'll forget you're in LA. By far the best fish tacos north of the border!
Sign up for the A&C Newsletter and have these staff picks sent directly to your inbox.
Sponsor
Day In A Page Radio/Story Archive
