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Appeared comfortable handles, and doors began to open and close automatically. The penultimate generation of German trams - urbanized city plodder of steel, aluminum and plastic. The only concept that took into account the design engineers of the tram - it saves and a maximum capacity of wagons. Alas, construction of these cars had to be right on time when gasoline was cheap, and installation of new ways - on the contrary, terribly expensive. But the latest generation of trams, presented in all its glory on the streets of Berlin, Frankfurt, Cologne and many other cities in Germany - is another matter. This high-tech, comfortable cars, completely safe and quiet.

SPAIN history of tram traffic in Spain is not much different from counterparts in other European countries. In Madrid, Barcelona, Seville, Toledo and trams appeared in the last century. Naturally, they were competing. And after half a century after the fall of the Franco regime, the trams were replaced by more cost-effective at the time buses. And now, after nearly 40 years after abolition, the streets of Madrid has come up sparkling tram. Externally it is a miracle of modern tramvaestroeniya resembles a ship cutting edge - sleek lines, large windows, and inside - complete electronic 'stuffing'. Success of the first tramway line in Madrid was truly deafening. The city authorities have invested in new vehicles as much as 180 million euros, but after a year decided to extend the operation of the project.

The city became noticeably freer of chadyaschimi buses, and traffic on the roads has declined significantly. In addition, the Madrid subway, congested at peak times, over many years could catch his breath. Followed the example of Madrid and other Spanish cities: Metro soon appeared, and in the industrial capital of the north, Bilbao. 'Light Train', so called Spanish tram transports up to 180 passengers, without any bustle and hustle. Practical Spanish produce on the line triple compounds, which greatly increases their profitability. SWITZERLAND The Swiss were, as always ahead of the rest. Namely, after almost half a century, the line went international ... tram. Yes, yes, you heard right, this tram carries passengers from the Swiss resort town of Basel to France. Earlier this route collects passengers in Germany. In Zurich, the financial capital of the country, tram at all is the dominant mode of transport: 63% of passenger traffic within the city is carried by tram. Near Zurich and Geneva falls short. In this town on the shores of the lake daily tram carries up to 30% of passengers. Swiss authorities are concerned about gas pollution of cities, people's interest in stimulating the use of environmentally impeccable transportation. Special monthly tickets entitle Free for a transplant, and student and tourist tickets include a significant discount. The vast majority of Swiss cantons refused to subway construction in their cities, believing that Tram safer and quieter, and infrastructure for the tram lines - much cheaper. Source: Jordan Kavana. Source: Case - immigration and education abroad