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Photo Galleriesby Staff and News ReportsSeptember 10, 2025

Photos From Sound Transit's I-90 Floating Bridge Testing

The first Sound Transit Link light rail vehicle crossed the I-90 floating bridge under its own power, enabling the start of a series of tests to prepare for the opening of the full 2 Line in early 2026.

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Newsby StaffSeptember 10, 2025

Seattle's First Powered Light Rail Vehicle Crosses I-90 Floating Bridge

The move marks a historic milestone for both the agency and transit industry — the first time in the world that trains under power are operating across a floating bridge.

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Newsby StaffJune 18, 2025

BAE Systems’ Gen3 Electric Drive Completes FTA Testing

The advanced electric propulsion system achieved 6.6 mpg during FTA testing, offering transit agencies a high-efficiency, low-emissions solution with enhanced performance and easier maintenance.

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Newsby StaffJune 7, 2024

Sound Transit's Lynwood Link Extension Starts Pre-Revenue Testing

The current phase includes training for operators and maintenance staff, and continued testing to ensure stations, tracks, utilities, and vehicles work together as expected in preparation for the start of service.

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Newsby StaffApril 19, 2024

Caltrain Completes Electrification Testing to San Francisco

Last week, tests were conducted on the electric trains, overhead contact system, grounding, bonding, and existing infrastructure, specifically in the final segment from San Francisco to Millbrae.

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Newsby Staff and News ReportsApril 10, 2024

Caltrain, Partners Complete Successful Energization, Testing of Full 51-Mile Corridor

The milestone achievement in the Caltrain Electrification Project signifies major progress in expanding the agency’s ability to test electric trains at full speed along the corridor and prepare for electrified revenue service in September 2024.

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Newsby News/Media ReleaseMarch 12, 2024

Caltrain Continues to Successfully Test Electric Trains

The testing will allow the agency to ramp up the testing of the new fleet as the launch of electrified service this fall grows closer.

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Newsby Staff and News ReportsJanuary 8, 2024

3 Caltrain Electric Trains Complete Testing

The entirety of the new Caltrain fleet must meet all safety and quality standards before the launch of electrified service in the fall of 2024. 

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Newsby Staff and News ReportsDecember 8, 2023

California's SacRT Enters Final Light Rail Testing Phase

During this phase of testing, the new low-floor trains will simulate real-world scenarios, actively pulling into stations, deploying ramps, opening and closing doors, and proceeding to the next station.

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Newsby Staff and News ReportsSeptember 7, 2023

JTA Teams with FCSJ to Expand AV Testing on Campus

The announcement builds upon their collective efforts to spotlight the City of Jacksonville on the world stage of transforming mobility and accessibility, improving roadway safety, and positively impacting the environment.

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