Trains
This Bill Could Help Illinois Create a Cohesive Train and Bus System — and Encourage Other States to Follow Suit
Good news for rail fans: Recently, Illinois legislators discussed a groundbreaking bill to launch statewide train service. And other states could follow their lead.
Op-Ed: What Amtrak Privatization Advocates Miss
Americans overwhelmingly want modern passenger trains operating on a system that connects cities efficiently, reliably, and faster than a car. This writer argues that privatizing Amtrak won't get us there.
Is the Overnight Train A Luxury or a Necessity?
Before the advent of the car in the 1960s, sleeper trains were America's primary method of long-distance transportation — but today, it's more often seen as a luxury. Is it time for that to change? With the recent fear of air traveling, is the time for a sleeper train's comeback?
Friday Video: Experience 40 Blissful Hours In An Amtrak Sleeper Car in Just 29 Minutes
Ever wondered what it's really like to take that cross country train trip you've always dreamed of? Travel journalist Sojourner White has you covered.
Do Caltrain’s New Trains Have Enough Bike Space?
If a recent ride on a rush hour train of 'electric multiple units' is any indication, the answer to that is a big fat 'no.'
Sustainable Transit Advocates Unite for Harris-Walz — And Against Trump’s Embrace of Fossil Fuel
"Train Lovers for Harris/Walz," the latest group to formed to boost Vice President Kamala Harris and her running mate, Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz.
‘Human Transit’ 2.0: How Mass Modes Make Us More Free
A classic book on transit gets an update for a radically transformed world. And, yes, Elon Musk gets a little shade.
Could This Bill Finally Give Transit Agencies the Operations Funding They Need?
Is it finally time for Congress to spend more to keep the buses and trains running?
Talking Headways Podcast: Are We Taking Fewer Trips?
This week, we’re joined by an absolute legend in the livable streets movement: Angie Schmitt, who talks about her positive feelings about the coming train boom.
Commentary: It’s Time to Talk Again About Driverless Trains
And the place to start is in the yards.
