This is good to consider if LRT is the best option.
I agree that LRT has become a sort of fad, and cities are not really considering if it is the proper technology for their needs.
If Atlanta was building transit from the start today, I bet they would be doing LRT, instead of subway. But I would argue that it is better Atlanta went with subway, than LRT.
And I think that is what we have to look at. Cities have got to look at all options before going with LRT. Sometimes you do have to plan for the future.
In addition, too much energy is put into LRT while cities leave the rest of their transit system to rot. Without a viable bus system linking all areas together, how is one single rapid transit line, be it LRT or subway, suppose to make a difference in getting people around?
It has got to be an entire transport plan. Not just a single line.
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