LIRR should electrify tracks, not just engines
The best dual locomotives won’t change the region as profoundly as electrifying the tracks. But in the short term, new ...
Mobility tax, other fees to prop up flailing MTA even after congestion toll — but Hochul’s plans remain secret
“The MTA operates like the mob,” Councilman Joe Borelli (R-Staten Island) said. “The Congestion Capo, Janno Lieber, is ready ...
Boca Raton mayor throws shade at NY over congestion toll in pitch for overtaxed locals to move to ‘sunny’ Florida
New Yorkers fuming over the new $9 congestion toll to drive into Midtown Manhattan should instead pack up move to sunny Boca ...
Here’s how N.J. drivers will get a E-ZPass toll credit for Lower Manhattan congestion fee
Three days into New York’s congestion pricing program that charges $9 to enter Lower Manhattan and some drivers said they ...
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New York’s MTA approves Wabtec’s hybrid battery-diesel locomotives
The MTA of New York has given the green light to Wabtec's R255 hybrid battery-diesel work locomotives for its subway maintenance operations.
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Lawmaker wants to require MTA to install subway platform barriers
State lawmakers want subway officials to install fixed platform barriers or invest in high-tech gates at all 472 subway ...
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‘Nickel Bridge’ in Richmond closed due to recent winter weather
The Boulevard Bridge, also known as "Nickel Bridge", in Richmond has been closed for three days due to the recent winter ...
New York City has just implemented congestion pricing on cars. Is a big city in Canada next?
New York City, a bustling metropolis with eight million people all trying to get somewhere, has now put a price on cars ...
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Wabtec R255 Hybrid Battery-Diesel Work Locomotives now MTA approved for maintenance operations
The MTA is looking to add these vehicles to its maintenance fleet to help reduce diesel emissions while conducting work in ...
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New York Subway battery-diesel maintenance locos approved for use
USA: New York's Metropolitan Transportation Authority has approved the operation of battery-diesel hybrid locomotives ordered ...
NYC congestion pricing turns Ed Koch Queensboro Bridge into toll trap that hits drivers with $9 charge — even if they’re not heading downtown
The bridge is basically not free anymore,” Felicia Brown, a 40-year-old who works on First Avenue but lives in Queens, told ...
NYC proposes rules targeting obstructed license plates as congestion pricing hits
Anticipating a rise in so-called "ghost vehicles" with the advent of congestion pricing, New York City officials are looking to give police more leeway to go after drivers who hide or obstruct their ...