WMATA also stated in the release that they will begin “phasing out” their 3000-series trains in 2027. WMATA unveiled the design for the Fleet of the Future 8000-series trains at the Fleet of the ...

WASHINGTON — DC Metrorail has retired its 2000-series railcars, the oldest equipment in its fleet. The cars’ last day of service was Friday, May 10, the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority ...

WASHINGTON (DC News Now) — The Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA) said it is bidding adieu to some of its oldest trains after 40 years of service.Passengers, that means you can say ...

The transit authority plans to start phasing in the new 8000-series trains starting in 2027. The Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority is retiring the last 76 of its 2000-series trains on ...

In a billowing white tent on the edge of the National Mall, you can see your next Metro train coming—it’s just not in motion yet. WMATA opened its Fleet of the Future exhibit on Wednesday, allowing ...

An 82-foot mockup of Metro's 8000 series railcars designed to receive feedback from the public. (Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority) ... PROPOSED 8000 SERIES CARS.

Assuming there are dramatic cuts, WMATA’s modernization plans could also be impacted for some programs like the 8000-series trains. Despite the uncertainty, Clarke remains optimistic.

WASHINGTON (DC News Now) — Transit officials call Metrorail’s next-generation rolling stock the “fleet of the future”. Barring any unforeseen challenges, the agency hopes that doors to the ...

Metro to explore open gangways for new 8,000 series trains The renderings show a map of the cars interiors, which promise standing capacity for between 102 and 120 people.

Metro riders might be able to move freely between rail cars when the new 8000 series trains are introduced into Metro’s fleet.. WMATA General Manager and CEO Randy Clarke said during Thursday ...

WMATA leadership considers open gangways for 8000-series trains. During a board meeting, Metro General Manager Randy Clarke revealed the agency is considering the possibility of train cars with open ...

WASHINGTON — The Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority is considering a redesign of its planned 8000-series cars for DC Metrorail service to include an open-gangway design that would allow ...