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Guided tram transport system
Guided tram transport system. Guided electric rubber-tyred tram operating on the Caen Guided Light Transit, a public transport system in Caen, Normandy, France. The electrical power is supplied by overhead cables via a pantograph, while the tram follows a guide rail on the roadway. It is also referred to as a tramway on tyres. The guided dual-mode buses are articulated, with three sections each. This model is produced by Bombardier, and operated by the French company Twisto. The Caen Guided Light Transit opened in 2002. It has two lines and covers some 15 kilometres
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2002 2012 Articulated Cables City Electric Electrical France French Overhead Wires Pantograph Public Transport Street Town Tram Transport Transportation Transporting Traveling Travelling Urban Bombardier Caen Roadway Tramway
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This print showcases the innovative guided tram transport system in Caen, Normandy, France. The image captures a guided electric rubber-tyred tram gliding gracefully along the city streets of Caen's Guided Light Transit. This cutting-edge public transport system combines advanced technology and efficient design to provide seamless urban mobility. The tram operates by drawing electrical power from overhead cables through a pantograph while following a guide rail on the roadway. Known as a "tramway on tyres" this model is produced by Bombardier and operated by Twisto, a French company specializing in transportation solutions. Since its inauguration in 2002, the Caen Guided Light Transit has become an integral part of the city's transportation network, covering approximately 15 kilometers with two lines. Its sleek and articulated dual-mode buses consist of three sections each, offering ample space for commuters. With its modern infrastructure and forward-thinking approach to public transport, this guided tram system represents the epitome of technological advancement in urban mobility. It seamlessly blends into the vibrant European cityscape while providing reliable and eco-friendly transportation options for residents and visitors alike. This remarkable photograph serves as a testament to human ingenuity and progress in creating sustainable solutions that enhance our daily lives.
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