QLine suffers first mishap after smooth testing period in Detroit
The QLine streetcar system in Detroit had its first mishap since testing began months ago.
Part 2: Failing Dallas streetcars are red flags for Detroit’s QLine
Why Dallas’ failing streetcars could spell trouble for Detroit.
Part 1: Streetcar revival derailed by host of shortcomings, dangers
New streetcars are slow, unreliable, over-budget, accident-prone and vulnerable to mechanical failures, according to an exhaustive examination of the nine systems that opened since 2013.
Controversial QLine streetcar hit with anti-police graffiti in Detroit
The QLine hasn’t opened to the public yet, but it has already been hit with graffiti.
M-1 officials decline to discuss funding problems; taxpayers on the hook
Taxpayers are being asked to pay for the operations of the M-1 streetcars, but rail officials refuse to discuss escalating costs.
Why QLine may be more of a headache than a transportation convenience
The QLine is slower than expected and may force some local buses to be rerouted.
Up Close: M-1 Rail begins taking shape in downtown Detroit
Woodward Avenue is unrecognizable in some areas as crews begin laying rails for Detroit’s M-1 streetcars.
Crews unearth old streetcar rails during construction of M-1 in Detroit
The twin rails have been buried beneath the road for decades after the streetcar system ended service in 1956 to make way for buses.