NoVaTransit Headlines October 14, 2025

Tuesday, October 14, 2025

Metro

WRC

Goodbye, grody carpet: Metro retires 2000 series railcars
The era of carpeted Metro trains ended with the official retirement of railcars dating to the 1980s.

WTOP

Decision looms on future of I-495 express lanes across Woodrow Wilson Bridge
The project, which has been pushed by the Virginia Department of Transportation since 2022, would add 11 miles of new express lanes.

LoudounNow

Loudoun’s on demand micro transit pilot exceeding expectations
Three months into a free on-demand micro transit service provided by the county government, program administrators say the service is exceeding usage expectations.

Washington Business Journal (subscription required)

The major transportation projects poised to change Greater Washington
Here’s a look at where some of the biggest undertakings stand today.

Trains

Construction disruption to begin in January 2026, last until 2030.

WVEC

Hampton Roads Transit (HRT) is making it easier for riders to connect between the Tide light rail and Amtrak trains.