Trains
Freight Trains to the Rescue
2 July 2008 - 12:00pm
Memphis Business Journal
A new study suggests that getting freight onto trains and off of trucks would have a significant impact on traffic.
Will Free Rides Make Firm Believers In Transit?
26 June 2008 - 5:00am
San Jose Mercury News
Transit agencies around the U.S. offered free rides on a single day, and large crowds follow. But observers aren't sure they'll stick around when they have to pay again.
A Train That Never Stops
19 June 2008 - 10:00am
boingboing.net
A Taiwanese inventor is proposing a rail system that never stops for passengers, virtually eliminating delays. Follow the full story link to see the video.
Environmental Groups Warm to Trains
30 May 2008 - 12:00pm
Wall St. Journal
Railroads are overcoming decades of resistance from environmentalists by touting their greener aspects.
New Train Tunnel Ads Irk Riders, Draw Revenue
15 May 2008 - 7:00am
Los Angeles Times
Flashing lights on the walls on train tunnels that display a 15-second video to passengers have been introduced in L.A., bringing new revenue to the area's transit agency, but bothering some riders. Some say the ads intrude on public space.
There's a National Train Day? In America?
13 May 2008 - 9:51am
"Ladies and gentlemen, welcome aboard Amtrak Train 715. We're expecting a smooth ride today and should be moving along right on time," said the voice of the train conductor over the loudspeaker. He then continued, "And thanks for joining us for National Train Day". The loudspeaker then turned off, and was followed instantly by the voice of an incredulous woman a few rows behind who said "What?"
Friday Funny: A Tight Fit
18 April 2008 - 2:00pm
Chilloutzone.de, YouTube
These two videos show the downside of high public transit ridership.
