March 26, 2016 -New York City --. Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today kicked off the official opening of the 116th Annual New York International Automobile Show at the Javits Center on Manhattan’s West Side. The Governor drove a Silver Camaro ZL1 Convertible in a brief parade to kick-off the opening ceremony. More than one million visitors are expected to attend the ten-day event, the largest show of its kind in the country. Additionally at the show, Governor Cuomo awarded wounded U.S. Army Sergeant First Class Jeffrey Hackett with an honorary license plate for his new 2016 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid, which was donated by Toyota. Hackett, of Mexico, NY, was serving in Afghanistan in August 2011 when an improvised explosive device detonated, causing him to lose his right leg and suffer serious injuries across this body. To assist Hackett, the RAV 4 has been equipped with special steering controls and pedals that all can be used with a left foot. During his 19 years of military service, Hackett earned more than a dozen awards, including the Bronx Star Medal, Meritorious Service Medal and Purple Heart. (Kevin P. Coughlin/Office of Governor Andrew M. Cuomo)

March 26, 2016 -New York City --. Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today kicked off the official opening of the 116th Annual New York International Automobile Show at the Javits Center on Manhattan’s West Side. The Governor drove a Silver Camaro ZL1 Convertible in a brief parade to kick-off the opening ceremony. More than one million visitors are expected to attend the ten-day event, the largest show of its kind in the country. Additionally at the show, Governor Cuomo awarded wounded U.S. Army Sergeant First Class Jeffrey Hackett with an honorary license plate for his new 2016 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid, which was donated by Toyota. Hackett, of Mexico, NY, was serving in Afghanistan in August 2011 when an improvised explosive device detonated, causing him to lose his right leg and suffer serious injuries across this body. To assist Hackett, the RAV 4 has been equipped with special steering controls and pedals that all can be used with a left foot. During his 19 years of military service, Hackett earned more than a dozen awards, including the Bronx Star Medal, Meritorious Service Medal and Purple Heart. (Kevin P. Coughlin/Office of Governor Andrew M. Cuomo)

Translohr is a Light Rail system manufactured by Lohr Industrie of France. It is used in Clermont-Ferrand, Tianjin, Padua and in the mainland Mestre district of Venice in Italy.Translohr differs from other light rail systems in that it runs on rubber tires and is guided by a single central rail, and is commonly referred to as a guided bus system.

The Translohr system is intended to provide a much more tram-like experience than that provided by guided bus systems. Unlike guided bus systems(including the similar but incompatible Guided Light Transit system developed by Bombardier Transportation), Translohr can run only where there is a guide rail in place as there are no steering controls. Like a conventional tram, power is provided by overhead wires and collected with a pantograph, although the vehicle can also run on internal batteries (arranged in packs) on sections of the route where overhead wires are deemed to be undesirable. Because Translohr LRVs cannot run without a guide rail they are not classified as a type of bus.

March 26, 2016 -New York City --. Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today kicked off the official opening of the 116th Annual New York International Automobile Show at the Javits Center on Manhattan’s West Side. The Governor drove a Silver Camaro ZL1 Convertible in a brief parade to kick-off the opening ceremony. More than one million visitors are expected to attend the ten-day event, the largest show of its kind in the country. Additionally at the show, Governor Cuomo awarded wounded U.S. Army Sergeant First Class Jeffrey Hackett with an honorary license plate for his new 2016 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid, which was donated by Toyota. Hackett, of Mexico, NY, was serving in Afghanistan in August 2011 when an improvised explosive device detonated, causing him to lose his right leg and suffer serious injuries across this body. To assist Hackett, the RAV 4 has been equipped with special steering controls and pedals that all can be used with a left foot. During his 19 years of military service, Hackett earned more than a dozen awards, including the Bronx Star Medal, Meritorious Service Medal and Purple Heart. (Kevin P. Coughlin/Office of Governor Andrew M. Cuomo)

The Tugboat Coho downbound near Newburgh, NY on the Hudson River pushing a petroleum barge loaded with Dakota Crude from Albany, NY

Built in 2008, by Thoma-Sea Boat Builders of Lockport, Louisiana (hull #108) as the Coho for Penn Maritime of Stamford, Connecticut.

She was the second of five identical FIN Class units designed for Penn Maritime by Frank Basile of Entech Associates of Houma, Louisiana.

She is fitted with a JAK 400 coupler system, and married to a 414(ft) 90,000 bbl double hulled barge the Penn No. 92. Which was built in 2008 by Corn Island Shipyard of Lamar, Louisiana.

Her raised aluminum tower and wheelhouse features a eye level of 51(ft). The wheelhouse also features include two sets of engine gauges and multiple sets of EMI engine controls, with overhead chart and data displays. With RexRoth steering controls, and Furuno radars and radios. As well as equipped with a full set of aft controls.

On her stern, she is fitted with an "H" bitt, built by Thoma Sea, and a capstan, manufactured by JonRie InterTech, of New Jersey. She is also rigged for emergency towing; on the stern is a towing hawser and chain rigged to the "H" bitt in the case of an emergency.

She is powered by a pair of 2,000 horsepower, 60 liter, V-16 Cummins QSK-60 engines turning Reintjes gears that are shafted to 104(in) with skewed propellers mounted in NautiCan nozzles with shutter rudders turning up to 1,800 rpm for a rated 4,000 horsepower.

Her electrical power is provided by three 99-kW John Deere generator sets.

In 2012, Penn Maritime was acquired by the Kirby Corporation of Channelview, Texas. Where the tug retained her name.

Vessel Name: COHO

USCG Doc. No.: 12090230

Vessel Service: TOWING VESSEL

IMO Number: 95366620

Trade Indicator: Coastwise Unrestricted, Registry

Call Sign: WDE5724

Hull Material: STEEL

Hull Number: 108

Ship Builder: THOMA-SEA SHIP BUILDERS LLC

Year Built: 2008

Length: 111.2

Hailing Port: PHILADELPHIA, PA.

Hull Depth: 16.8

Hull Breadth: 36

Gross Tonnage: 223

Net Tonnage: 151

Owner:

PENN MARITIME INC

ONE STAMFORD PLAZA 263 TRESSER BLVD

STAMFORD, CT 06901

Previous Vessel Owners:

THOMA SEA SHIP BUILDERS LLC, PENN MARITIME INC

Johnny Hallyday

Estimated : € 60.000 - 85.000

Sold for € 60.000

RM Sotheby's

Place Vauban

Parijs - Paris

Frankrijk - France

February 2018

In appearance, the 2010 FLHXXX Street Glide Trike looks much like its two-wheeled cousin from the front, save for a few changes to the rake angle, front stabilization strut and the braking set-up. The Street Glide Trike was based on a new chassis that had been specifically designed for a three-wheel application. The rake was increased to 32 degrees, while the forks were stretched by 1.775 in., enhancing steering control by reducing effort by up to 25 per cent. Additionally, a steering damper minimizes wobble and lessens bump steer when negotiating turns.

Power comes from a twin-cam 103 V-Twin with electronic fuel injection. It delivers 101 foot-pounds of torque at 3,500 rpm and is mated to the same six-speed Cruise Drive transmission used on Harley’s other touring bikes. Bringing the three-wheeler to a halt are dual front discs and a dual-disc rear brake system.

This fully customized FLHXXX Trike was originally owned by French rock ‘n roll legend Johnny Hallyday and was kept at his home in Los Angeles, California. The unique Buckwild paint job features traditional flames, very much fitting Hallyday’s rock persona. Other custom features include a Bluetooth stereo system, Battistinis shifters, brake pedal, derby cover, footboards and Thunderheaders to ensure this custom Trike announces its arrival. Hallyday was seen many times riding this bespoke Harley around Southern California before he sold it to the current owner in 2016. Included with the sale is the original California registration and insurance card noting Hallyday’s ownership as well as a copy of the California title.

Translohr is a Light Rail system manufactured by Lohr Industrie of France. It is used in Clermont-Ferrand, Tianjin, Padua and in the mainland Mestre district of Venice in Italy.Translohr differs from other light rail systems in that it runs on rubber tires and is guided by a single central rail, and is commonly referred to as a guided bus system.

The Translohr system is intended to provide a much more tram-like experience than that provided by guided bus systems. Unlike guided bus systems(including the similar but incompatible Guided Light Transit system developed by Bombardier Transportation), Translohr can run only where there is a guide rail in place as there are no steering controls. Like a conventional tram, power is provided by overhead wires and collected with a pantograph, although the vehicle can also run on internal batteries (arranged in packs) on sections of the route where overhead wires are deemed to be undesirable. Because Translohr LRVs cannot run without a guide rail they are not classified as a type of bus.

March 26, 2016 -New York City --. Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today kicked off the official opening of the 116th Annual New York International Automobile Show at the Javits Center on Manhattan’s West Side. The Governor drove a Silver Camaro ZL1 Convertible in a brief parade to kick-off the opening ceremony. More than one million visitors are expected to attend the ten-day event, the largest show of its kind in the country. Additionally at the show, Governor Cuomo awarded wounded U.S. Army Sergeant First Class Jeffrey Hackett with an honorary license plate for his new 2016 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid, which was donated by Toyota. Hackett, of Mexico, NY, was serving in Afghanistan in August 2011 when an improvised explosive device detonated, causing him to lose his right leg and suffer serious injuries across this body. To assist Hackett, the RAV 4 has been equipped with special steering controls and pedals that all can be used with a left foot. During his 19 years of military service, Hackett earned more than a dozen awards, including the Bronx Star Medal, Meritorious Service Medal and Purple Heart. (Kevin P. Coughlin/Office of Governor Andrew M. Cuomo)

March 26, 2016 -New York City --. Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today kicked off the official opening of the 116th Annual New York International Automobile Show at the Javits Center on Manhattan’s West Side. The Governor drove a Silver Camaro ZL1 Convertible in a brief parade to kick-off the opening ceremony. More than one million visitors are expected to attend the ten-day event, the largest show of its kind in the country. Additionally at the show, Governor Cuomo awarded wounded U.S. Army Sergeant First Class Jeffrey Hackett with an honorary license plate for his new 2016 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid, which was donated by Toyota. Hackett, of Mexico, NY, was serving in Afghanistan in August 2011 when an improvised explosive device detonated, causing him to lose his right leg and suffer serious injuries across this body. To assist Hackett, the RAV 4 has been equipped with special steering controls and pedals that all can be used with a left foot. During his 19 years of military service, Hackett earned more than a dozen awards, including the Bronx Star Medal, Meritorious Service Medal and Purple Heart. (Kevin P. Coughlin/Office of Governor Andrew M. Cuomo)

That's right folks. this might as well be my best moc ever!. It will defenetly be the pic on my homepage as well as my signature moc. So, so far, this is the best I can do. You never know what my next best moc could be. It could even be my next moc! It seems every time I make a large car moc, it turns out being my best! I hope it continues this way because I have a lot more neat Ideas coming. Please be sure to keep tuning in to my homepage because since it’s almost the end of summer, im gonna try my best with ALL OF my creations .

So you are wondering what type of a car this really is. well first of all the front and all body styling was hummer inspired. With exceptions for the side exhausts and the doors. First it was a wird rat-rod truck then came those headlights and skid plate idea, next was the engin ebeing in back. First the exhausts were too beefy and I thought it looked very weird! So finally this hummer-inspired hot-rod truck ends here although I have a feeling I can add more onto this truck!-no suggestions please! Its too late for that…

FEATURES:

The List!

All items in this list will be thoroughly explained with pics except for feature #8.

1.working skidplate

2.functioning doors

3.functioning hood

4.adjustable side mirrors

5.side exhausts

6.1x1 wheel hubs (only in front)

7.bendy windshield

8.adjustable seats. (Look above in the pics for interior)

9.adjustable skidplate!

10.functioning towing hitch

11.working steering

12.steering controlled with steering wheel

13.steering controlled with knob on top as well

14.hidden lasers reaveled when hood and skidplate are opened

15.secret underwater propeller!

16.working leaf spring suspension

17.working dampers/shocks

18.working rubber-band dampers

19.adjustable flag pole

20.realistic looking super-charger!

21.toolboxes in truck area

22.rooster-like shape

23.OvEr SiZeD rear tires

all 59 images can be viewed here

That's right folks. this might as well be my best moc ever!. It will defenetly be the pic on my homepage as well as my signature moc. So, so far, this is the best I can do. You never know what my next best moc could be. It could even be my next moc! It seems every time I make a large car moc, it turns out being my best! I hope it continues this way because I have a lot more neat Ideas coming. Please be sure to keep tuning in to my homepage because since it’s almost the end of summer, im gonna try my best with ALL OF my creations .

So you are wondering what type of a car this really is. well first of all the front and all body styling was hummer inspired. With exceptions for the side exhausts and the doors. First it was a wird rat-rod truck then came those headlights and skid plate idea, next was the engin ebeing in back. First the exhausts were too beefy and I thought it looked very weird! So finally this hummer-inspired hot-rod truck ends here although I have a feeling I can add more onto this truck!-no suggestions please! Its too late for that…

FEATURES:

The List!

All items in this list will be thoroughly explained with pics except for feature #8.

1.working skidplate

2.functioning doors

3.functioning hood

4.adjustable side mirrors

5.side exhausts

6.1x1 wheel hubs (only in front)

7.bendy windshield

8.adjustable seats. (Look above in the pics for interior)

9.adjustable skidplate!

10.functioning towing hitch

11.working steering

12.steering controlled with steering wheel

13.steering controlled with knob on top as well

14.hidden lasers reaveled when hood and skidplate are opened

15.secret underwater propeller!

16.working leaf spring suspension

17.working dampers/shocks

18.working rubber-band dampers

19.adjustable flag pole

20.realistic looking super-charger!

21.toolboxes in truck area

22.rooster-like shape

23.OvEr SiZeD rear tires

all 59 images can be viewed here

Progress Twincar 675 (275) and trailer 685 (T5) at Pleasure Beach. Tramcar 675 was originally an English Electric Railcoach, one of 10 rebuilt into flat-fronted towing cars designed to look like the Coronation trams which would haul a trailer car around to double capacity. The trailers were built by Metro Camell and originally had no driving cabs as they'd be pulled by the towing car at all times - this gave rise to logistical issues so eventually they had a driving cab fitted at one end in lieu of one removed from the towing car to which it was then permanently coupled.

Everybody's favourite illuminated tramcar is out and about in a rare daytime role carrying passengers today.

Originally 1936-built English Electric Railcoach 290, the loco of the ABC Weekend Television Western Train tram looks nothing like it did when brand new! Having had what you might call a heavy refurbishment, 733 was completely rebuilt into an illuminated feature tramcar, the front half of a twin-car designed to look like an American 'wild west' train. The set was withdrawn in 1999 due to serious structural problems, but following a grant from the lottery heritage fund it was overhauled and went back into service - and is now as popular as ever. Part of the works undertaken also saw this tram become the first dedicated heritage tram to have purpose-built facilities to accommodate a passenger in a wheelchair - there is a double door which forms half of the second illuminated 'wheel', and just before the painted-on fake door, which is opened to reveal a wheelchair lift.

Originally 1928-built Dick Kerr Pantograph Car 174 (when new called a 'Pullman' car), the trailer of the ABC Weekend Television illuminated western train still retains the classic look of the Pantograph car it once was - though in my opinion it has been enhanced by creating open viewing platforms at either end by removing the original glazing on what once were the driving cabs. It no longer has a trolley tower or trolleypole as these are not required due to it being permanently coupled to 733, but it does retain steering controls at the back - though these have been offset to one side so that extra seating could be fitted; the controls at this back end are only used at the end of the illuminations tours for the night when the tram is being driven empty in reverse formation back to the depot.

Thanks to the BMW Coast2Coast Cabrio Tour I had the possibilities to drive two beautiful cars this week end.

When I tested the 320d Cabrio in the morning and I felt immediately at home. I found the same great handling and feeling of my “old” 320d but with the plus of driving “en plain air” that remember me the good times spent with my A4 Cabrio.

The only thing I don't like so much is the metal folding top (but the folding mechanism is a real spectacle to see in action), I still prefer the canvas one.

In the evening I was so lucky enough to try the 640i Cabrio: astonishing car. There is a lot of features like Head Up Display (with speed indicator and turn by turn navigator), video parking assistance, start assistant with start and stop function, a really big multifunction LCD display (perfectly readable in full light), seat and steering wheel with user memory, a great 8-speed automatic transmission with steering control paddles, multiprogramming car set-up…I sensed that the car (almost 2.000 kg) turns like on magnetic rails, it is literally attached to the road (thanks to the 4 adaptive steering wheels of course)……incredible. We spent some times in the Bracco pass route and every curve is an invite to try something more funny.

The worst thing is the moment of goodbye; I really don’t like the adieu.

March 26, 2016 -New York City --. Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today kicked off the official opening of the 116th Annual New York International Automobile Show at the Javits Center on Manhattan’s West Side. The Governor drove a Silver Camaro ZL1 Convertible in a brief parade to kick-off the opening ceremony. More than one million visitors are expected to attend the ten-day event, the largest show of its kind in the country. Additionally at the show, Governor Cuomo awarded wounded U.S. Army Sergeant First Class Jeffrey Hackett with an honorary license plate for his new 2016 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid, which was donated by Toyota. Hackett, of Mexico, NY, was serving in Afghanistan in August 2011 when an improvised explosive device detonated, causing him to lose his right leg and suffer serious injuries across this body. To assist Hackett, the RAV 4 has been equipped with special steering controls and pedals that all can be used with a left foot. During his 19 years of military service, Hackett earned more than a dozen awards, including the Bronx Star Medal, Meritorious Service Medal and Purple Heart. (Kevin P. Coughlin/Office of Governor Andrew M. Cuomo)

No visit to the Illuminations would be complete without seeing this tram. Originally EE Railcoach 208 and Pantograph tramcar 174, they were rebuilt to become a 'feature tram' for the Illuminations season, and were later rebuilt with Heritage Lottery Grant funding. Normally, as seen here, the driver sits right at the front of the 'engine' (tram number 733) inside what would be considered as the boiler - but there are also controls at the end of the far coach (tram number 734) to enable the tram to reverse back into the depot at the end of the night - this is the first year the tram has operated Illuminations duties with its 'new' pantograph fitted instead of using a trolleypole); evantually a bow pantograph will be fitted, as one has been sourced from a Metrolink T68 tram.

Despite ABC Weekend Television being disbanded years ago, this tram still advertises it! It is seen at the Pleasure Beach.

Originally 1936-built English Electric Railcoach 290, the loco of the ABC Weekend Television Western Train tram looks nothing like it did when brand new! Having had what you might call a heavy refurbishment, 733 was completely rebuilt into an illuminated feature tramcar, the front half of a twin-car designed to look like an American 'wild west' train. The set was withdrawn in 1999 due to serious structural problems, but following a grant from the lottery heritage fund it was overhauled and went back into service - and is now as popular as ever. Part of the works undertaken also saw this tram become the first dedicated heritage tram to have purpose-built facilities to accommodate a passenger in a wheelchair - there is a double door which forms half of the second illuminated 'wheel', and just before the painted-on fake door, which is opened to reveal a wheelchair lift.

Originally 1928-built Dick Kerr Pantograph Car 174 (when new called a 'Pullman' car), the trailer of the ABC Weekend Television illuminated western train still retains the classic look of the Pantograph car it once was - though in my opinion it has been enhanced by creating open viewing platforms at either end by removing the original glazing on what once were the driving cabs. It no longer has a trolley tower or trolleypole as these are not required due to it being permanently coupled to 733, but it does retain steering controls at the back - though these have been offset to one side so that extra seating could be fitted; the controls at this back end are only used at the end of the illuminations tours for the night when the tram is being driven empty in reverse formation back to the depot.

March 26, 2016 -New York City --. Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today kicked off the official opening of the 116th Annual New York International Automobile Show at the Javits Center on Manhattan’s West Side. The Governor drove a Silver Camaro ZL1 Convertible in a brief parade to kick-off the opening ceremony. More than one million visitors are expected to attend the ten-day event, the largest show of its kind in the country. Additionally at the show, Governor Cuomo awarded wounded U.S. Army Sergeant First Class Jeffrey Hackett with an honorary license plate for his new 2016 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid, which was donated by Toyota. Hackett, of Mexico, NY, was serving in Afghanistan in August 2011 when an improvised explosive device detonated, causing him to lose his right leg and suffer serious injuries across this body. To assist Hackett, the RAV 4 has been equipped with special steering controls and pedals that all can be used with a left foot. During his 19 years of military service, Hackett earned more than a dozen awards, including the Bronx Star Medal, Meritorious Service Medal and Purple Heart. (Kevin P. Coughlin/Office of Governor Andrew M. Cuomo)

Sitges, Garraf, Barcelona (Spain).

49 International Barcelona-Sitges Vintage Car Rally - Third and last part of the series.

A steering wheel is a type of steering control used in most modern land vehicles, including all mass-production automobiles. The steering wheel is the part of the steering system that is manipulated by the driver; the rest of the steering system responds to the movements of the steering wheel. This can be through direct mechanical contact in rack and pinion steering, with the assistance of hydraulics in power steering, or in some concept cars and modern production cars such as the Toyota Prius entirely through computer control. To prevent motor vehicle theft, most steering wheels are locked if the ignition key is taken out of the ignition lock.

The first automobiles were steered with a tiller, but Packard introduced the steering wheel on the second car they built, in 1899. Within a decade, the steering wheel had entirely replaced the tiller in automobiles.

That's right folks. this might as well be my best moc ever!. It will defenetly be the pic on my homepage as well as my signature moc. So, so far, this is the best I can do. You never know what my next best moc could be. It could even be my next moc! It seems every time I make a large car moc, it turns out being my best! I hope it continues this way because I have a lot more neat Ideas coming. Please be sure to keep tuning in to my homepage because since it’s almost the end of summer, im gonna try my best with ALL OF my creations .

So you are wondering what type of a car this really is. well first of all the front and all body styling was hummer inspired. With exceptions for the side exhausts and the doors. First it was a wird rat-rod truck then came those headlights and skid plate idea, next was the engin ebeing in back. First the exhausts were too beefy and I thought it looked very weird! So finally this hummer-inspired hot-rod truck ends here although I have a feeling I can add more onto this truck!-no suggestions please! Its too late for that…

FEATURES:

The List!

All items in this list will be thoroughly explained with pics except for feature #8.

1.working skidplate

2.functioning doors

3.functioning hood

4.adjustable side mirrors

5.side exhausts

6.1x1 wheel hubs (only in front)

7.bendy windshield

8.adjustable seats. (Look above in the pics for interior)

9.adjustable skidplate!

10.functioning towing hitch

11.working steering

12.steering controlled with steering wheel

13.steering controlled with knob on top as well

14.hidden lasers reaveled when hood and skidplate are opened

15.secret underwater propeller!

16.working leaf spring suspension

17.working dampers/shocks

18.working rubber-band dampers

19.adjustable flag pole

20.realistic looking super-charger!

21.toolboxes in truck area

22.rooster-like shape

23.OvEr SiZeD rear tires

all 59 images can be viewed here

The M88A1 Medium Recovery Vehicle (MRV) is a full tracked armored vehicle used to perform battlefield rescue and recovery missions. The M88A1 MRV performs hoisting, winching, and towing operations supporting recovery operations and evacuation of heavy tanks and other tracked combat vehicles. It has a fuel/defuel capability and is fully equipped to provide maintenance and recovery support for the main battle tank family and similar vehicles. These functions can be performed in all types of terrain during all weather conditions.

The existing M88A1 does not provide safe operation, braking, steering control or adequate power for recovery of the main battle tank. The M88A1, built for the preceding generation of M60 series tanks, are significantly outweighed by the 70-ton M1 tanks, a factor which severely limits the capabilities of the M88A1 in many types of terrain and situations. Due to weight differentials, two M88A1s are required to safely tow an Abrams series tank. The development of a new recovery vehicle began in August 1982 with the Ordnance Center and School (OC&S) identifying the need to develop an alternative which could support the Abrams fleet in terms of the mission requirements of recovery, towing and winching. A decision to build a new versus an improved vehicle was reversed several times, affordability being the constant issue. In August 1986, HQDA approved the strategy to develop a program around a product improvement to the M88A1.

Thanks to the BMW Coast2Coast Cabrio Tour I had the possibilities to drive two beautiful cars this week end.

When I tested the 320d Cabrio in the morning and I felt immediately at home. I found the same great handling and feeling of my “old” 320d but with the plus of driving “en plain air” that remember me the good times spent with my A4 Cabrio.

The only thing I don't like so much is the metal folding top (but the folding mechanism is a real spectacle to see in action), I still prefer the canvas one.

In the evening I was so lucky enough to try the 640i Cabrio: astonishing car. There is a lot of features like Head Up Display (with speed indicator and turn by turn navigator), video parking assistance, start assistant with start and stop function, a really big multifunction LCD display (perfectly readable in full light), seat and steering wheel with user memory, a great 8-speed automatic transmission with steering control paddles, multiprogramming car set-up…I sensed that the car (almost 2.000 kg) turns like on magnetic rails, it is literally attached to the road (thanks to the 4 adaptive steering wheels of course)……incredible. We spent some times in the Bracco pass route and every curve is an invite to try something more funny.

The worst thing is the moment of goodbye; I really don’t like the adieu.

Everybody's favourite illuminated tramcar is the first to be running Illuminations tours tonight.

Originally 1936-built English Electric Railcoach 290, the loco of the ABC Weekend Television Western Train tram looks nothing like it did when brand new! Having had what you might call a heavy refurbishment, 733 was completely rebuilt into an illuminated feature tramcar, the front half of a twin-car designed to look like an American 'wild west' train. The set was withdrawn in 1999 due to serious structural problems, but following a grant from the lottery heritage fund it was overhauled and went back into service - and is now as popular as ever. Part of the works undertaken also saw this tram become the first dedicated heritage tram to have purpose-built facilities to accommodate a passenger in a wheelchair - there is a double door which forms half of the second illuminated 'wheel', and just before the painted-on fake door, which is opened to reveal a wheelchair lift.

Originally 1928-built Dick Kerr Pantograph Car 174 (when new called a 'Pullman' car), the trailer of the ABC Weekend Television illuminated western train still retains the classic look of the Pantograph car it once was - though in my opinion it has been enhanced by creating open viewing platforms at either end by removing the original glazing on what once were the driving cabs. It no longer has a trolley tower or trolleypole as these are not required due to it being permanently coupled to 733, but it does retain steering controls at the back - though these have been offset to one side so that extra seating could be fitted; the controls at this back end are only used at the end of the illuminations tours for the night when the tram is being driven empty in reverse formation back to the depot.

Translohr is a Light Rail system manufactured by Lohr Industrie of France. It is used in Clermont-Ferrand, Tianjin, Padua and in the mainland Mestre district of Venice in Italy.Translohr differs from other light rail systems in that it runs on rubber tires and is guided by a single central rail, and is commonly referred to as a guided bus system.

The Translohr system is intended to provide a much more tram-like experience than that provided by guided bus systems. Unlike guided bus systems(including the similar but incompatible Guided Light Transit system developed by Bombardier Transportation), Translohr can run only where there is a guide rail in place as there are no steering controls. Like a conventional tram, power is provided by overhead wires and collected with a pantograph, although the vehicle can also run on internal batteries (arranged in packs) on sections of the route where overhead wires are deemed to be undesirable. Because Translohr LRVs cannot run without a guide rail they are not classified as a type of bus.

March 26, 2016 -New York City --. Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today kicked off the official opening of the 116th Annual New York International Automobile Show at the Javits Center on Manhattan’s West Side. The Governor drove a Silver Camaro ZL1 Convertible in a brief parade to kick-off the opening ceremony. More than one million visitors are expected to attend the ten-day event, the largest show of its kind in the country. Additionally at the show, Governor Cuomo awarded wounded U.S. Army Sergeant First Class Jeffrey Hackett with an honorary license plate for his new 2016 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid, which was donated by Toyota. Hackett, of Mexico, NY, was serving in Afghanistan in August 2011 when an improvised explosive device detonated, causing him to lose his right leg and suffer serious injuries across this body. To assist Hackett, the RAV 4 has been equipped with special steering controls and pedals that all can be used with a left foot. During his 19 years of military service, Hackett earned more than a dozen awards, including the Bronx Star Medal, Meritorious Service Medal and Purple Heart. (Kevin P. Coughlin/Office of Governor Andrew M. Cuomo)

Built at Barrow-in-Furness by Vickers-Armstrong and launched in 1945, HMS Alliance was one of fourteen ‘A’ class submarines built for service in the Far East during World War 2. Commissioned into the Royal Navy in 1947 Alliance had a long and distinguished career of over 28 years that took her all over the world. Alliance is the centrepiece of the Museum and is the official memorial to the courageous men who fought in similar boats for the freedom we enjoy today. The submarine experience is brought to life by a guided tour enhanced by the first hand experiences of retired submariners, many of whom served in this class of boat.

The forty-minute tour takes the visitor from the forward torpedo compartment, through the accommodation section to the control room, where visitors learn something of navigation, diving and surfacing. The tour then moves to domestic services, including the heads and the galley. Visitors are then led through the heart of the engine room to finish up in the after torpedo compartment where the guide explains how to escape from a submarine. The guided tour helps to recreate the atmosphere, smell, conditions, and sounds on-board a submarine of the Second World War. The Royal Navy entered World War 2 with 100 submarines similar to HMS Alliance, and many campaigns were fought and won thanks to the contribution they made, but at a tremendous cost and sacrifice. The chance of not returning from patrol during the latter part of the War in a boat similar to HMS Alliance was 65%. Nine Victoria Crosses were won by brave submariners.

When HMS Alliance was first commissioned she had a low conning tower, anti-aircraft guns and a 4”gun mounted at the front of the conning tower. All these features were typical for a submarine of this period. However, the role of the submarine changed in the post war period: the main purpose of submarines became hunting other enemy submarines. In order to carry out this role submarines were designed to be faster and quieter when under-water. In 1958 Alliance underwent modernisation work which saw the conning tower and guns replaced by a fin that completely covered her periscopes when dived. Both these alterations made Alliance more streamlined and better equipped for submarine warfare in the Cold War era.

Translohr is a Light Rail system manufactured by Lohr Industrie of France. It is used in Clermont-Ferrand, Tianjin, Padua and in the mainland Mestre district of Venice in Italy.Translohr differs from other light rail systems in that it runs on rubber tires and is guided by a single central rail, and is commonly referred to as a guided bus system.

The Translohr system is intended to provide a much more tram-like experience than that provided by guided bus systems. Unlike guided bus systems(including the similar but incompatible Guided Light Transit system developed by Bombardier Transportation), Translohr can run only where there is a guide rail in place as there are no steering controls. Like a conventional tram, power is provided by overhead wires and collected with a pantograph, although the vehicle can also run on internal batteries (arranged in packs) on sections of the route where overhead wires are deemed to be undesirable. Because Translohr LRVs cannot run without a guide rail they are not classified as a type of bus.

APRA HARBOR, Guam (March 3, 2018) Seaman Raul Depena, from Providence, R.I., takes a measurement of the Aft Steering Control Unit (ASCU) on the guided-missile cruiser USS Antietam (CG 54) during a sea and anchor detail. USS Antietam is forward-deployed to the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations in support of security and stability in the Indo-Asia-Pacific region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Sarah Myers/Released)

Translohr is a Light Rail system manufactured by Lohr Industrie of France. It is used in Clermont-Ferrand, Tianjin, Padua and in the mainland Mestre district of Venice in Italy.Translohr differs from other light rail systems in that it runs on rubber tires and is guided by a single central rail, and is commonly referred to as a guided bus system.

The Translohr system is intended to provide a much more tram-like experience than that provided by guided bus systems. Unlike guided bus systems(including the similar but incompatible Guided Light Transit system developed by Bombardier Transportation), Translohr can run only where there is a guide rail in place as there are no steering controls. Like a conventional tram, power is provided by overhead wires and collected with a pantograph, although the vehicle can also run on internal batteries (arranged in packs) on sections of the route where overhead wires are deemed to be undesirable. Because Translohr LRVs cannot run without a guide rail they are not classified as a type of bus.

14/05/2011, Maiden Voyage, Port of Felixstowe, England.

Steering position, main engine controls and comms console.

Keel laid 25/10/2010, launched 02/01/2011 & completed on 06/04/2011 by Hyundai Samho, Samho, South Korea (S462)

113,973 g.t., 122,961 dwt. & 10,100 teu, as:

'Hanjin Italy' to 2016 &

'Express Rome' since.

Translohr is a Light Rail system manufactured by Lohr Industrie of France. It is used in Clermont-Ferrand, Tianjin, Padua and in the mainland Mestre district of Venice in Italy.Translohr differs from other light rail systems in that it runs on rubber tires and is guided by a single central rail, and is commonly referred to as a guided bus system.

The Translohr system is intended to provide a much more tram-like experience than that provided by guided bus systems. Unlike guided bus systems(including the similar but incompatible Guided Light Transit system developed by Bombardier Transportation), Translohr can run only where there is a guide rail in place as there are no steering controls. Like a conventional tram, power is provided by overhead wires and collected with a pantograph, although the vehicle can also run on internal batteries (arranged in packs) on sections of the route where overhead wires are deemed to be undesirable. Because Translohr LRVs cannot run without a guide rail they are not classified as a type of bus.

Translohr is a Light Rail system manufactured by Lohr Industrie of France. It is used in Clermont-Ferrand, Tianjin, Padua and in the mainland Mestre district of Venice in Italy.Translohr differs from other light rail systems in that it runs on rubber tires and is guided by a single central rail, and is commonly referred to as a guided bus system.

The Translohr system is intended to provide a much more tram-like experience than that provided by guided bus systems. Unlike guided bus systems(including the similar but incompatible Guided Light Transit system developed by Bombardier Transportation), Translohr can run only where there is a guide rail in place as there are no steering controls. Like a conventional tram, power is provided by overhead wires and collected with a pantograph, although the vehicle can also run on internal batteries (arranged in packs) on sections of the route where overhead wires are deemed to be undesirable. Because Translohr LRVs cannot run without a guide rail they are not classified as a type of bus.

Patent, 1939

Translohr is a Light Rail system manufactured by Lohr Industrie of France. It is used in Clermont-Ferrand, Tianjin, Padua and in the mainland Mestre district of Venice in Italy.Translohr differs from other light rail systems in that it runs on rubber tires and is guided by a single central rail, and is commonly referred to as a guided bus system.

The Translohr system is intended to provide a much more tram-like experience than that provided by guided bus systems. Unlike guided bus systems(including the similar but incompatible Guided Light Transit system developed by Bombardier Transportation), Translohr can run only where there is a guide rail in place as there are no steering controls. Like a conventional tram, power is provided by overhead wires and collected with a pantograph, although the vehicle can also run on internal batteries (arranged in packs) on sections of the route where overhead wires are deemed to be undesirable. Because Translohr LRVs cannot run without a guide rail they are not classified as a type of bus.

Translohr is a Light Rail system manufactured by Lohr Industrie of France. It is used in Clermont-Ferrand, Tianjin, Padua and in the mainland Mestre district of Venice in Italy.Translohr differs from other light rail systems in that it runs on rubber tires and is guided by a single central rail, and is commonly referred to as a guided bus system.

The Translohr system is intended to provide a much more tram-like experience than that provided by guided bus systems. Unlike guided bus systems(including the similar but incompatible Guided Light Transit system developed by Bombardier Transportation), Translohr can run only where there is a guide rail in place as there are no steering controls. Like a conventional tram, power is provided by overhead wires and collected with a pantograph, although the vehicle can also run on internal batteries (arranged in packs) on sections of the route where overhead wires are deemed to be undesirable. Because Translohr LRVs cannot run without a guide rail they are not classified as a type of bus.

Translohr is a Light Rail system manufactured by Lohr Industrie of France. It is used in Clermont-Ferrand, Tianjin, Padua and in the mainland Mestre district of Venice in Italy.Translohr differs from other light rail systems in that it runs on rubber tires and is guided by a single central rail, and is commonly referred to as a guided bus system.

The Translohr system is intended to provide a much more tram-like experience than that provided by guided bus systems. Unlike guided bus systems(including the similar but incompatible Guided Light Transit system developed by Bombardier Transportation), Translohr can run only where there is a guide rail in place as there are no steering controls. Like a conventional tram, power is provided by overhead wires and collected with a pantograph, although the vehicle can also run on internal batteries (arranged in packs) on sections of the route where overhead wires are deemed to be undesirable. Because Translohr LRVs cannot run without a guide rail they are not classified as a type of bus.

Translohr is a Light Rail system manufactured by Lohr Industrie of France. It is used in Clermont-Ferrand, Tianjin, Padua and in the mainland Mestre district of Venice in Italy.Translohr differs from other light rail systems in that it runs on rubber tires and is guided by a single central rail, and is commonly referred to as a guided bus system.

The Translohr system is intended to provide a much more tram-like experience than that provided by guided bus systems. Unlike guided bus systems(including the similar but incompatible Guided Light Transit system developed by Bombardier Transportation), Translohr can run only where there is a guide rail in place as there are no steering controls. Like a conventional tram, power is provided by overhead wires and collected with a pantograph, although the vehicle can also run on internal batteries (arranged in packs) on sections of the route where overhead wires are deemed to be undesirable. Because Translohr LRVs cannot run without a guide rail they are not classified as a type of bus.

The new 2012 Mercedes CLS Class is fitted with Pirelli’s legendary P Zero featuring an asymmetric tread design and a new, high-grip compound with nano-composits for enhanced driving stability and sensitive steering control.

Translohr is a Light Rail system manufactured by Lohr Industrie of France. It is used in Clermont-Ferrand, Tianjin, Padua and in the mainland Mestre district of Venice in Italy.Translohr differs from other light rail systems in that it runs on rubber tires and is guided by a single central rail, and is commonly referred to as a guided bus system.

The Translohr system is intended to provide a much more tram-like experience than that provided by guided bus systems. Unlike guided bus systems(including the similar but incompatible Guided Light Transit system developed by Bombardier Transportation), Translohr can run only where there is a guide rail in place as there are no steering controls. Like a conventional tram, power is provided by overhead wires and collected with a pantograph, although the vehicle can also run on internal batteries (arranged in packs) on sections of the route where overhead wires are deemed to be undesirable. Because Translohr LRVs cannot run without a guide rail they are not classified as a type of bus.

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In 2010 Jack Gastin described the arrival of a new fleet of purpose built tugs to meet an essential need of the conurbation

"The arrival of new purpose built tugs for what used to be referred to as the Thames ‘lighterage’ industry is an extremely rare occurrence. A batch of four virtually identical vessels for one operator is nothing short of a major event. Cory Riverside, a subsidiary of Cory Environmental, is in the process of introducing a quartet of modern twin screw barge handling tugs to replace some very elderly tonnage and reinforce their fleet to meet a new operational challenge. Named Recovery, Resource, Redoubt and Reclaim, they are the first new tugs to be built for the business in over a decade. The Cory Riverside tug and barge operation provides a unique and well established service transporting refuse from a number of London boroughs through central London and down the Thames for disposal at sites in the lower reaches of the river. Refuse is compressed, containerised, and carried aboard purpose built barges, each capable of carrying 26 containers. The barges are currently towed by a mixed fleet of single and twin screw motor tugs in tows of two, four, and under certain circumstances, six barges. Barges are taken downriver fully loaded and returned with a cargo of empty containers. Such operations are carefully timed with respect to the challenging Thames tidal regime, with its average rise and fall of something like 6.5m. The use of tugs with an extremely low air draft and suitably low water draft is an absolute necessity. Added to the specific requirements for a low profile, suitable power, manoeuvrability, towing gear and accommodation, there is the need for an extremely rugged vessel to endure the rigors of handling heavy barges in the tideway. Damen Shipyards at Hardinxveld, a division of the Damen Group, well known for its ability to produce expertly customised solutions, was contracted to design and construct this new generation of tugs. The Damen design team carefully studied the present tugs and their mode of operation and, in close cooperation with Cory Riverside technical staff, produced a new design designated the Shoalbuster 2208S. A well established Shoalbuster hull form, push knee and machinery layout has been utilised but any further similarity to the standard product is hard to find. A study of the hull reveals that a massive amount of additional steel has been built into this new variant, the most obvious being many heavy ‘half round’ steel rubbing strakes extending well below the waterline to protect the sides. Each vessel measures 22.65m in length overall with a moulded beam of 8.00m, a depth at the sides of 2.99m and a maximum draft of 2.00m fully loaded. A large but low profile wheelhouse has been designed to meet the specified air draft of 4.30m. The tugs meet the Bureau Veritas requirements +15 IN(2) Z Navigation area restricted to Thames Tug .MC and MCA Category 3 (category 2, fair weather). This new breed of Thames barge handling tug embodies many interesting features and considerable attention to detail. At deck level, bulwarks are provided where practical and replaced where necessary with guardrails. In the bow the bulwarks have been cut away on either side of the push knee to afford a little additional visibility forward from the wheelhouse. A hatch in the rear face of the push knee structure enables an otherwise vacant space to be used to house a diesel powered portable emergency pump. A single anchor on the port side is handled by a small hydraulic windlass. The stern is configured and fendered to offer maximum protection from ‘over-running’ barges and when manoeuvring to make up a tow. The towing gear comprises a Mampaey 25 tons SWL quick release tow hook, mounted on ‘Dutch style’ towing bitts and incorporating a purpose built shock absorbing mechanism in the righting arm. Massive tubular bollards, located to either side of the towing bitts, act as a ‘stop posts’ when towing, to reduce the chance of girting. In addition to the normal mandatory lights the single mast carries aerials for the two VHF radios, the AIS, the ECS charting system and the Thames Isophase system. Rearward facing CCTV cameras mounted on the wheelhouse roof enable both the tow and afterdeck of the tug to be monitored from within the wheelhouse. The mast can be lowered when necessary by a hydraulic mechanism. The wheelhouse is large in plan view, with three control positions and a seating area. All of the controls for the main propulsion machinery and instrumentation for the auxiliaries are located on a central ‘U’ shaped console, in typical Shoalbuster fashion, with additional main engine and steering controls on either side. The main console includes the CCTV display from the roof mounted camera. In keeping with other vessels in the Cory Riverside fleet they will be operated on a shift basis and are fitted out as ‘day boats’. However, facilities have been provided onboard for a maximum of 12 persons, including the crew and associated watermen. The accommodation below decks includes a large combined mess room and galley, toilet facilities, a locker room and changing area. Access is provided via a watertight door and companionway from the deck and from the wheelhouse. A direct access from the deck enables crew in wet or dirty clothing to enter the changing area without passing through the wheelhouse. The wheelhouse mess and galley are fully air conditioned. Recovery and its sister ships are each powered by two Caterpillar 3412E TA/A main engines producing a total of 1,200bhp at 1,800 rpm. Power is transmitted to a pair of Promarin fixed pitch propellers via Reintjes WAF 364L gearboxes with a 4.29:1 reduction. The propellers rotate within widely spaced Van der Giessen Optima high performance nozzles located in tunnels beneath the stern. Manoeuvrability is enhanced by fitting a 100bhp hydraulically powered transverse bow thruster in the push knee. The result is a tug with good handling characteristics, a bollard pull of almost 17 tons and a free running speed of 10.9 knots. Recovery and Resource were delivered in June and the remaining pair, Redoubt and Reclaim, and due to follow at the end of July. The tugs are part of an overall plan to open a new ‘Energy from Waste’ plant on the river at Belvedere at the end of the year. In the past disposal meant taking the refuse to a highly developed landfill facility on the Essex bank of the river at Mucking. That site is planned to close early in 2011. The new facility being built by Cory Environmental at Belvedere will turn 670,000 tons of refuse a year from several London boroughs, that previously went to landfill, into electrical power. When the new plant is operational, containers will be offloaded from the barges at a new, purpose built jetty. Energy generated from the combustion process will be sufficient to make the plant self sufficient and provide electricity for 66,000 homes via the National Grid. Any residual ash will be recycled into road building and construction aggregates. Work on the new facility is well advanced and commissioning will begin very soon. In addition to the boroughs of Lambeth, Wandsworth, Hammersmith and Fulham, and Kensington and Chelsea"",

Translohr is a Light Rail system manufactured by Lohr Industrie of France. It is used in Clermont-Ferrand, Tianjin, Padua and in the mainland Mestre district of Venice in Italy.Translohr differs from other light rail systems in that it runs on rubber tires and is guided by a single central rail, and is commonly referred to as a guided bus system.

The Translohr system is intended to provide a much more tram-like experience than that provided by guided bus systems. Unlike guided bus systems(including the similar but incompatible Guided Light Transit system developed by Bombardier Transportation), Translohr can run only where there is a guide rail in place as there are no steering controls. Like a conventional tram, power is provided by overhead wires and collected with a pantograph, although the vehicle can also run on internal batteries (arranged in packs) on sections of the route where overhead wires are deemed to be undesirable. Because Translohr LRVs cannot run without a guide rail they are not classified as a type of bus.

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DOUALA, Cameroon (April 3, 2016) - Chief Mate Todd Kutkiewicz, a civil service mariner, explains steering controls to Sailors and Marines assigned to Spanish Navy offshore patrol vessel (OPV) Atalaya (P-74) during a ship tour aboard USNS Spearhead (T-EPF 1) April 3, 2016. The Military Sealift Command expeditionary fast transport vessel USNS Spearhead is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of operations to support the international collaborative capacity-building program Africa Partnership Station. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Amy M. Ressler/Released)

Translohr is a Light Rail system manufactured by Lohr Industrie of France. It is used in Clermont-Ferrand, Tianjin, Padua and in the mainland Mestre district of Venice in Italy.Translohr differs from other light rail systems in that it runs on rubber tires and is guided by a single central rail, and is commonly referred to as a guided bus system.

The Translohr system is intended to provide a much more tram-like experience than that provided by guided bus systems. Unlike guided bus systems(including the similar but incompatible Guided Light Transit system developed by Bombardier Transportation), Translohr can run only where there is a guide rail in place as there are no steering controls. Like a conventional tram, power is provided by overhead wires and collected with a pantograph, although the vehicle can also run on internal batteries (arranged in packs) on sections of the route where overhead wires are deemed to be undesirable. Because Translohr LRVs cannot run without a guide rail they are not classified as a type of bus.

Translohr is a Light Rail system manufactured by Lohr Industrie of France. It is used in Clermont-Ferrand, Tianjin, Padua and in the mainland Mestre district of Venice in Italy.Translohr differs from other light rail systems in that it runs on rubber tires and is guided by a single central rail, and is commonly referred to as a guided bus system.

The Translohr system is intended to provide a much more tram-like experience than that provided by guided bus systems. Unlike guided bus systems(including the similar but incompatible Guided Light Transit system developed by Bombardier Transportation), Translohr can run only where there is a guide rail in place as there are no steering controls. Like a conventional tram, power is provided by overhead wires and collected with a pantograph, although the vehicle can also run on internal batteries (arranged in packs) on sections of the route where overhead wires are deemed to be undesirable. Because Translohr LRVs cannot run without a guide rail they are not classified as a type of bus.

Translohr is a Light Rail system manufactured by Lohr Industrie of France. It is used in Clermont-Ferrand, Tianjin, Padua and in the mainland Mestre district of Venice in Italy.Translohr differs from other light rail systems in that it runs on rubber tires and is guided by a single central rail, and is commonly referred to as a guided bus system.

The Translohr system is intended to provide a much more tram-like experience than that provided by guided bus systems. Unlike guided bus systems(including the similar but incompatible Guided Light Transit system developed by Bombardier Transportation), Translohr can run only where there is a guide rail in place as there are no steering controls. Like a conventional tram, power is provided by overhead wires and collected with a pantograph, although the vehicle can also run on internal batteries (arranged in packs) on sections of the route where overhead wires are deemed to be undesirable. Because Translohr LRVs cannot run without a guide rail they are not classified as a type of bus.

Translohr is a Light Rail system manufactured by Lohr Industrie of France. It is used in Clermont-Ferrand, Tianjin, Padua and in the mainland Mestre district of Venice in Italy.Translohr differs from other light rail systems in that it runs on rubber tires and is guided by a single central rail, and is commonly referred to as a guided bus system.

The Translohr system is intended to provide a much more tram-like experience than that provided by guided bus systems. Unlike guided bus systems(including the similar but incompatible Guided Light Transit system developed by Bombardier Transportation), Translohr can run only where there is a guide rail in place as there are no steering controls. Like a conventional tram, power is provided by overhead wires and collected with a pantograph, although the vehicle can also run on internal batteries (arranged in packs) on sections of the route where overhead wires are deemed to be undesirable. Because Translohr LRVs cannot run without a guide rail they are not classified as a type of bus.

Everybody's favourite illuminated tramcar is the first to be running Illuminations tours tonight but here at the Pleasure Beach is on its second tour of the night.

Originally 1936-built English Electric Railcoach 290, the loco of the ABC Weekend Television Western Train tram looks nothing like it did when brand new! Having had what you might call a heavy refurbishment, 733 was completely rebuilt into an illuminated feature tramcar, the front half of a twin-car designed to look like an American 'wild west' train. The set was withdrawn in 1999 due to serious structural problems, but following a grant from the lottery heritage fund it was overhauled and went back into service - and is now as popular as ever. Part of the works undertaken also saw this tram become the first dedicated heritage tram to have purpose-built facilities to accommodate a passenger in a wheelchair - there is a double door which forms half of the second illuminated 'wheel', and just before the painted-on fake door, which is opened to reveal a wheelchair lift.

Originally 1928-built Dick Kerr Pantograph Car 174 (when new called a 'Pullman' car), the trailer of the ABC Weekend Television illuminated western train still retains the classic look of the Pantograph car it once was - though in my opinion it has been enhanced by creating open viewing platforms at either end by removing the original glazing on what once were the driving cabs. It no longer has a trolley tower or trolleypole as these are not required due to it being permanently coupled to 733, but it does retain steering controls at the back - though these have been offset to one side so that extra seating could be fitted; the controls at this back end are only used at the end of the illuminations tours for the night when the tram is being driven empty in reverse formation back to the depot.

Translohr is a Light Rail system manufactured by Lohr Industrie of France. It is used in Clermont-Ferrand, Tianjin, Padua and in the mainland Mestre district of Venice in Italy.Translohr differs from other light rail systems in that it runs on rubber tires and is guided by a single central rail, and is commonly referred to as a guided bus system.

The Translohr system is intended to provide a much more tram-like experience than that provided by guided bus systems. Unlike guided bus systems(including the similar but incompatible Guided Light Transit system developed by Bombardier Transportation), Translohr can run only where there is a guide rail in place as there are no steering controls. Like a conventional tram, power is provided by overhead wires and collected with a pantograph, although the vehicle can also run on internal batteries (arranged in packs) on sections of the route where overhead wires are deemed to be undesirable. Because Translohr LRVs cannot run without a guide rail they are not classified as a type of bus.

Translohr is a Light Rail system manufactured by Lohr Industrie of France. It is used in Clermont-Ferrand, Tianjin, Padua and in the mainland Mestre district of Venice in Italy.Translohr differs from other light rail systems in that it runs on rubber tires and is guided by a single central rail, and is commonly referred to as a guided bus system.

The Translohr system is intended to provide a much more tram-like experience than that provided by guided bus systems. Unlike guided bus systems(including the similar but incompatible Guided Light Transit system developed by Bombardier Transportation), Translohr can run only where there is a guide rail in place as there are no steering controls. Like a conventional tram, power is provided by overhead wires and collected with a pantograph, although the vehicle can also run on internal batteries (arranged in packs) on sections of the route where overhead wires are deemed to be undesirable. Because Translohr LRVs cannot run without a guide rail they are not classified as a type of bus.

Open Boat tramcar 230 George Formby OBE basks in morning sunshine at the Pleasure Beach. And everybody's favourite illuminated tramcar is out and about in a rare daytime role carrying passengers today.

Originally 1936-built English Electric Railcoach 290, the loco of the ABC Weekend Television Western Train tram looks nothing like it did when brand new! Having had what you might call a heavy refurbishment, 733 was completely rebuilt into an illuminated feature tramcar, the front half of a twin-car designed to look like an American 'wild west' train. The set was withdrawn in 1999 due to serious structural problems, but following a grant from the lottery heritage fund it was overhauled and went back into service - and is now as popular as ever. Part of the works undertaken also saw this tram become the first dedicated heritage tram to have purpose-built facilities to accommodate a passenger in a wheelchair - there is a double door which forms half of the second illuminated 'wheel', and just before the painted-on fake door, which is opened to reveal a wheelchair lift.

Originally 1928-built Dick Kerr Pantograph Car 174 (when new called a 'Pullman' car), the trailer of the ABC Weekend Television illuminated western train still retains the classic look of the Pantograph car it once was - though in my opinion it has been enhanced by creating open viewing platforms at either end by removing the original glazing on what once were the driving cabs. It no longer has a trolley tower or trolleypole as these are not required due to it being permanently coupled to 733, but it does retain steering controls at the back - though these have been offset to one side so that extra seating could be fitted; the controls at this back end are only used at the end of the illuminations tours for the night when the tram is being driven empty in reverse formation back to the depot.

Translohr is a Light Rail system manufactured by Lohr Industrie of France. It is used in Clermont-Ferrand, Tianjin, Padua and in the mainland Mestre district of Venice in Italy.Translohr differs from other light rail systems in that it runs on rubber tires and is guided by a single central rail, and is commonly referred to as a guided bus system.

The Translohr system is intended to provide a much more tram-like experience than that provided by guided bus systems. Unlike guided bus systems(including the similar but incompatible Guided Light Transit system developed by Bombardier Transportation), Translohr can run only where there is a guide rail in place as there are no steering controls. Like a conventional tram, power is provided by overhead wires and collected with a pantograph, although the vehicle can also run on internal batteries (arranged in packs) on sections of the route where overhead wires are deemed to be undesirable. Because Translohr LRVs cannot run without a guide rail they are not classified as a type of bus.