CARTA Implements Vehicle Booting for Unpaid Tickets, Launches Parking Map
CARTA is now booting cars with $500 in unpaid tickets and has introduced a map highlighting the cheapest parking options in Chattanooga.
Chattanooga, TN, September 30, 2026 — CARTA, the Chattanooga Area Regional Transportation Authority, has initiated a new policy that involves booting vehicles with outstanding ticket balances exceeding $500. In conjunction with this enforcement measure, the authority has also launched a new digital resource aimed at assisting drivers in finding more affordable parking within Chattanooga.
The vehicle booting program targets cars that have accumulated $500 or more in unpaid tickets. While the specific details regarding the types of tickets included in this threshold and the exact start date of the booting enforcement were not provided, the measure indicates a stepped-up effort by CARTA to address delinquent ticket payments.
Additionally, CARTA has introduced a map designed to guide drivers to parking locations offering the cheapest rates in Chattanooga. This new map is intended to provide a practical tool for motorists navigating the city and seeking cost-effective parking solutions. The specific providers or areas highlighted on the map, and the range of prices they represent, were not detailed in the announcement.
Further information regarding the specifics of the booting program, including the process for ticket resolution and vehicle release, as well as detailed features of the parking map, has not been made fully public. CARTA’s initiative reflects a dual approach to managing parking and ticket compliance within the Chattanooga area.
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