Metro to Show Redesigned Rail Cars

I caught this on Metrobloggging DC today. WMATA today posted a press release about the showing of the new and improved rail cars. The new models will be shown on Monday, from 9:30 am to 12:30 pm at the Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport Metrorail Station. The press release states:

"As part of Metro’s efforts to improve passenger flow into and out of railcars, officials have redesigned the interiors of some railcars for testing. News reporters and the general public are invited to see a remodeled interior layout of an existing railcar featuring bench seating, more grab bars, and an open floor area to accommodate more passengers. Also on display will be the interior layout of Metro’s newest 6000 series railcars, which differs from all of the other models. This car features back of seat to ceiling poles, no floor to ceiling poles, and some wall grab bars. The 6000 series car is expected to be in service later this summer."

I wonder if this will make it so that bicycles will be allowed on certain trains during rush hour...hmmmm.....