New York City's underground transport network is going to get more than 1,000 redesigned trains that will aim to increase capacity, and reduce overcrowding and delays (+ slideshow).
The Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) unveiled the plans to introduce open-end subway cars and to upgrade 170 stations across the metropolitan area earlier this week.
The cars will also include wider doors, Wi-Fi, USB chargers, digital information displays and advertisements, illuminated door opening alerts, and security cameras.
On the exterior, they will have a new blue front with large windows, LED headlights, and a blue stripe with gold accents along the sides.
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