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September 21, 2022 | Locomotives

New features enhance locomotive performance

Several new and improved features are enhancing the environmental performance of Vossloh Rolling Stock’s DE 18 locomotive while the new DM 20 multi system locomotive is proving a viable alternative to diesel traction. Kevin Smith reports.

September 14, 2022 | Locomotives

Tri-mode traction opens new frontiers for British freight

Rail Operations UK expects to commence service with new tri-mode class 93 locomotives in August 2023. The company’s president Karl Watts lifts the lid on the locomotive’s innovative features to Kevin Smith.

October 3, 2018 | Light Rail

Advanced bogie keeps LRVs ahead of the curve

Following five years of research, Hyundai Rotem has developed a bogie which will enable light rail vehicles to negotiate 15m-radius curves. Yon-Ho Cho, manager of Hyundai Rotem’s R&D Centre, outlines the project.

September 18, 2018 | Technology

Battery train energises race to replace diesel

Rapid advances in battery technology and the drive to reduce emissions of harmful particulates are helping to push the case for the development of battery-electric trains. Keith Barrow looks at the technology behind Bombardier’s prototype Talent 3 battery-electric multiple unit, which will enter service in Germany next year.

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