Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) has set out the timeline for its procurement of a private partner to deliver the first of its Choice Lanes projects.

Choice Lanes are additional lanes designed to manage traffic demand through pricing, ensuring reliable travel times. They allow drivers to maintain steady speeds even when the adjacent lanes are congested. Typically, Choice Lanes operate at around 45 mph during rush hours, while traditional lanes are often slowed or stopped. Unlike toll roads, which require all drivers to pay a fee for any lane, Choice Lanes are separate and have both maximum and minimum speed limits. While drivers pay a fee to use these lanes, they are free for public buses and first responders.