For the first time in 15 years, Metro trains will operate in automatic mode, a move that allows the system to operate as it was originally designed. Automatic Train Operation (ATO) controls the trains’ acceleration, deceleration, and speed while being regulated by safety critical equipment.

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A gingerbread wonderland on a bright winter blue backdrop highlights Metro’s latest holiday wrapped train and buses. Both started bringing customers holiday cheer on December 5. The special vehicles are adorned with gingerbread people, snowmen, gingerbread houses, ornaments, bells and stars. The inside is also decked out with holiday spirit. This year’s theme is “Treat yourself to a sweet ride this holiday season.” Metro is always your best bet for getting around the DMV region this holiday season — and your fast, reliable, easy trip can be made even better by catching these limited-edition vehicles.

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On Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, November. 28, Metrorail will open at 7 a.m. and close at midnight, operating on a reduced Sunday schedule at all stations. Metrobus will also operate on a Sunday schedule. MetroAccess customers may make a reservation to travel on the holiday; however, subscription trips will be canceled.

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In October, The Metro Transit Police Department (MTPD) welcomed the inaugural class of the new Metro Transit Police Department Criminal Justice Academy. “Previously MTPD outsourced a criminal justice academy to train recruits, but creating our own training academy will save Metro nearly $1 million a year, which includes fees that were paid to other training facilities and personnel costs.” Metro writes.

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Whether you are participating in the big race or cheering on your loved ones at the finish line, let Metro take you to the 2024 Marine Corps Marathon. All lines will open at 5 a.m. on race day, Sunday, October 27, with no scheduled track work on any line.

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