Are streetcars the solution to Atlanta’s traffic problems?
There is no single answer to Atlanta’s traffic problem. The long-term solution will provide a variety of transportation choices, and streetcars will be just one. The system will be designed to complement existing and proposed transit systems throughout the metro area.
Do other cities have streetcar systems?
Streetcar systems have been successfully revived in several cities. These systems have proven to be financially sound and attractive to both resident commuters and tourists. Streetcars have also attracted smart development in cities such as Portland and Tampa.
What happened to Atlanta’s original streetcars?
During World War II, the city’s streetcars were converted to “trackless trolleys” -- basically electric powered buses. Atlanta’s last streetcar ran on April 10, 1949. By the 1960s, suburban development and the rise of two-car families put the trackless trolley out of business in Atlanta and most other U.S. cities.
How will the streetcar help Atlanta?
It will:
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