- Ambassador Bridge cuts tolls nearly 50% for ‘premier’ member passengers amid growing competition
- New rates follow a recent increase earlier this year for drivers
- The Gordie Howe Bridge will open soon, offering lower prepaid toll rates for travelers
The new Detroit bridge wars are heating up, with the Ambassador Bridge announcing it will cut tolls ahead of the opening of the Gordie Howe International Bridge, which will similarly connect Michigan and Canada.
The privately owned Detroit International Bridge Company, which operates the Ambassador, is preparing for a nearly 50% toll rate reduction for passenger vehicles enrolled in its Premier Card program.
Beginning Sunday, drivers enrolled in the pre-paid program will pay $5.50 to cross the bridge via car, bus or motorcycle, down from $10. All other toll rates remain the same…