ION testing underway in Waterloo
Posted Nov 7, 2017 11:24:54 AM.
Last Updated Nov 7, 2017 11:37:05 AM.
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The region’s newest transportation vehicle has hit the tracks for testing.
Regional officials confirm an ION train is running on the new tracks using the planned testing strip from Caroline and Erb and over to Conestoga Mall in Waterloo.
Here it is: the @rideIONrt vehicle on the tracks crossing Columbia St in Waterloo. Slow testing for now, pushed by diesel engine. @570NEWS pic.twitter.com/MxXNa6clel
— Mark Douglas (@Douglas570NEWS) November 7, 2017
Another run on the tracks will take place Wednesday morning as well.
Councillor Tom Galloway tells 570 NEWS that the actual LRT car running on its own will likely get put to the test next week.
Don’t be surprised to see rail crossing guards coming down and signals going off as @rideIONrt track testing is now underway! @570NEWS pic.twitter.com/HFvf6GvL6l
— Mark Douglas (@Douglas570NEWS) November 7, 2017
For testing of the tracks both Tuesday and Wednesday, the “502” vehicle itself is not using its own power.
Spring 2018 is still the projected date for public use on the LRT.
