Philadelphia's historic green-and-cream trolleys returning to rails
WEBJun 13, 2024 · Driving the news: Starting Sunday, eight restored vintage trolleys will hit streets along Route 15 — which connects Port Richmond in the Northeast to West Philly. The trolleys will eventually be replaced by a modern fleet but that project could take a decade to complete.
SEPTA’s historic trolley cars return: How they got back on track ...
WEBJun 12, 2024 · SEPTA's old and iconic 1947 trolleys are making a comeback after being in the shop for 4 years. The fully restored trolleys will run along Girard Avenue's Route 15 starting this weekend.
New SEPTA trolleys: Transit authority unveils renderings of its next ...
WEBFeb 24, 2023 · SEPTA has ordered 130 new trolley cars to be built by Alstom Transportation. The first are expected to be in service in 2027; the entire fleet will be completed by 2030. The new trolleys are...
SEPTA Announces Return of Historic PCC Trolleys to Route 15
WEBJun 12, 2024 · SEPTA today announced the return of its iconic green and cream Presidents’ Conference Committee (PCC) Trolleys to Route 15, with service starting this Sunday, June 16.
SEPTA starts process of replacing more than 100 trolleys
WEBMay 15, 2022 · SEPTA will spend more than $1 billion in upgrades to the trolley system, bringing it into ADA compliance with larger vehicles.
SEPTA Inks $715M Contract to Upgrade Trolley System
WEBFeb 27, 2023 · SEPTA will purchase a new fleet of 130 trolleys that are expected to offer higher rider capacity, additional messaging systems and be more accessible.
Trolley Modernization – Southeastern Pennsylvania ... - SEPTA
WEBSEPTA is purchasing modern, fully ADA-compliant trolley vehicles to replace the Authority’s entire aging fleet of trolleys. New trolleys will be longer and have higher capacity to move more passengers.
SEPTA awards contract to Alstom for 130 new trolleys - Trains
WEBFeb 24, 2023 · PHILADELPHIA — The Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority will purchase 130 new light rail vehicles from Alstom under its Trolley Modernization program under a contract approved Thursday by SEPTA’s board.
SEPTA working to bring historic trolley rides back to Philly
WEBJan 10, 2023 · PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- Some historic rides will return to Philadelphia. SEPTA is making progress on a multimillion dollar project to restore trolleys that date back to the 40s. The goal is to...
New SEPTA trolleys approved for up to $863 milion - Inquirer.com
WEBFeb 23, 2023 · The new cars will have wide aisles and room for wheelchairs, bicycles, and strollers, SEPTA officials said. The current Kawasaki LVR trolleys — used primarily West Philly and Delaware County — are squared-off 53-foot vehicles and can carry half as …
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