The improvements set to take place in CTA service are impressive.When the CTA's first new rail cars in 14 years arrive next year, they'll have wireless Internet connectivity, electronic diagnostic systems and live security feeds transmitting to first-response agencies citywide.
After looking at rail systems throughout Europe, Asia and other U.S. cities, Huberman said the agency began debating which rail car designs would work best for Chicago.New rail cars should be in use by the end of 2011, Huberman says. After a six to nine month design process, during which some test cars will be used on the city's rails, the new cars are scheduled to begin leaving the assembly line in 2010.
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