Article: City running proposed for tram-train in South Yorkshire.

M2 PRESSWIRE-15 September 2009-UK Government: City running proposed for tram-train in South Yorkshire(C)1994-2009 M2 COMMUNICATIONS

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Passengers in South Yorkshire could be the first in the UK to take a continental-style tram-train under plans announced today by the Department for Transport, Northern Rail, Network Rail and South Yorkshire Passenger Transport Executive.

Tram-trains are greener than conventional trains as they use less fuel, have faster acceleration and deceleration rates; which offer passengers better journey times. They are also are lighter which may reduce wear and tear on tracks cutting the need for disruptive ...

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