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Chicago Blues: Transit advocates react to new CTA 7000-Series railcars
The new cars represent an upgrade, but they're still pretty primative compared to their Asian and European counterparts.
April 21, 2021
Over 70 Workers Hired to Build CTA’s Next-Gen 7000-Series Cars on SE Side
The new cars will feature a mix of forward-facing and aisle-facing seats.
March 4, 2019
CTA’s 846 New Train Cars Provide Opportunity For a Major Redesign
On Wednesday, the Chicago Transit Authority announced that it's planning to upgrade its train fleet with more than 800 new rail cars. As the agency looks into what manufacturers can provide, this should be the time when Chicagoans influence the process and push for the best possible redesign.
February 8, 2013