Metra's battery train and regional transit plans at APTA

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Metra unveiled its first battery-electric FLIRT train at APTA Expo. Leaders from CTA, Metra, Pace, and NITA discussed regional coordination and new funding. The goal is safer, more connected transit in Chicagoland.

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