Metro News Release

For immediate release: July 28, 2006

Metro Invites Media and the Public to See Its Redesigned Rail Cars

WHAT: 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.

WHEN: Monday, July 31, 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Metro Officials will be available from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. for the news media.

The General Public will have the opportunity to view the cars from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

WHERE: Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport Metrorail Station
2400 South Smith Boulevard, Arlington, VA.

News release issued on July 28, 2006.