10:05 I am very surprised to see this type of train with you ^^. Here in Europe, the FLIRTs, as we call the series from Stadler Rail, can be seen very often. It's crazy that trains like this go to America. You can see how good train construction is in Europe. ^^
4:53 this part is slightly incorrect - the first Stadler trains operating in the US were actually GTWs on the NJT River Line, running between Trenton and Camden, NJ. Those trains started running in 2004. Austin’s Red Line was the _second_ line in the US to operate Stadler trains, when their fleet of GTWs began running on the line when it opened in 2010. You might want to make a note about this error in the description, just to get the facts straight. But cool video otherwise!
You are totally correct! I 100% forgot about the river line when making this video. They look like entirely different trains that I just never consider them to be part of the Stadler family. Thanks for pointing this out!
I’m glad you enjoyed. I wish Austin had services like this so I could use them to get around. We’ll be getting multiple rail lines with Project Connect, but it’s gonna be a long time before they’re open.
2 years later and we are still waiting for the DART silver line to open 😭. They are also using the Stadler FLIRTS. I’m interested to see how TexRails schedule will change when the silver line enters service.
We have those Stadler units in the UK. They are operated by Abelio Anglia trains in the east of England, from Liverpool Street in London, to Norwich and services between Ipswich and Peterborough. and Cambridge.
USB sockets onboard: I'd have to check them specifically, but that arrangement has two broad problems. First, installers often cheap out and install the lowest power 5v, 500ma power supplies, meaning many modern phones won't even register as charging, much less laptops, and this problem only increases. Secondly, sockets like this are a standing invitation to criminal hackers who cram low-cost microcomputers into the space around the power supplies and attach them to the leads to attack phones with sophisticated and effective malware. This can be prevented with dongles but you have to be aware of the hazards.
Thanks for stopping by! It certainly is not normal for track to run across platforms like that, but seeing as Fort Worth sees an intersection of three major railroads, that single track allows for trains to transfer from one line to another.
That "weird security robot" as you put it, is much more than a gimmick. Its one layer of a multi faceted security program providing a holistic and sustainable security posture for travelers. There's a lot going on behind that scenes that you just haven't had exposure to. Contact me if you'd like to know more.
Actually, I would love to know more! I figured there was more than meets the eye, but as the typical passenger just passing through, you’d never see it as more than just a “weird security robot.”
@@LonestarTrips No, it's literally a gimmick. He's probably an investor, since that's the only reason Knightscope exists as a company. They use buzzwords like "self-driving" and "machine learning" in their marketing and claim to literally be able to predict crime, among other things. If they could predict crime, you'd think that they would be working with police forces to have their groundbreaking algorithm implemented in stopping real crimes instead of putting ugly roombas in train stations.
Trying their damnedest to make it look like an electric train with all that overhead clutter in the thumbnail picture. You can still see the little intake vents for the diesel hybrid motors on the front top of the cars. Diesel diesel diesel. Fossil fuel stooge diesel
4:53 this part is slightly incorrect - the first Stadler trains operating in the US were actually GTWs on the NJT River Line, running between Trenton and Camden, NJ. Those trains started running in 2004. Austin’s Red Line was the _second_ line in the US to operate Stadler trains, when their fleet of GTWs began running on the line when it opened in 2010. You might want to make a note about this error in the description, just to get the facts straight. But cool video otherwise!
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Nice!!!! I think Stadler has hit the mark for life with the Flirt and all its offshoots.
Oh 100% The Flirt is a fantastic and incredibly adaptable train.
10:05 I am very surprised to see this type of train with you ^^. Here in Europe, the FLIRTs, as we call the series from Stadler Rail, can be seen very often. It's crazy that trains like this go to America. You can see how good train construction is in Europe. ^^
Yup! European manufacturers make the best low-speed rolling stock!
Superb presentation per usual.
Thanks! I'm glad you enjoyed!
Love the sound of those brakes, especially in person
4:53 this part is slightly incorrect - the first Stadler trains operating in the US were actually GTWs on the NJT River Line, running between Trenton and Camden, NJ. Those trains started running in 2004. Austin’s Red Line was the _second_ line in the US to operate Stadler trains, when their fleet of GTWs began running on the line when it opened in 2010.
You might want to make a note about this error in the description, just to get the facts straight. But cool video otherwise!
You are totally correct! I 100% forgot about the river line when making this video. They look like entirely different trains that I just never consider them to be part of the Stadler family. Thanks for pointing this out!
Great video as always! Always funny when the horn blasts out of nowhere and makes you shake the camera haha
I’m glad you enjoyed! The horns always catch me off guard haha, even when I’m expecting them, I still jump a little!
@@LonestarTrips It always happens to me aswell! Cant wait for more reports!
3:18 Oh Cool I Saw That Train 2 Weeks Ago When I Rode The Amtrak
0:16 That's me on the left!
Thanks for posting this. We love TexRail and the TRE. We use both services often to get to DFW Airport or downtown Dallas.
I’m glad you enjoyed. I wish Austin had services like this so I could use them to get around. We’ll be getting multiple rail lines with Project Connect, but it’s gonna be a long time before they’re open.
2 years later and we are still waiting for the DART silver line to open 😭. They are also using the Stadler FLIRTS. I’m interested to see how TexRails schedule will change when the silver line enters service.
Metrolink also has these Stadler DMUs, called Arrow.
We have those Stadler units in the UK. They are operated by Abelio Anglia trains in the east of England, from Liverpool Street in London, to Norwich and services between Ipswich and Peterborough. and Cambridge.
Love you guys
Why haven't these caught on everywhere in the US?
The regional ticket price for the reduced ones is 3 bucks for all day and 48 for the month but for the texrail you only have to have a local ticket
Exactly 👍 Like Us in Switzerland
USB sockets onboard: I'd have to check them specifically, but that arrangement has two broad problems. First, installers often cheap out and install the lowest power 5v, 500ma power supplies, meaning many modern phones won't even register as charging, much less laptops, and this problem only increases. Secondly, sockets like this are a standing invitation to criminal hackers who cram low-cost microcomputers into the space around the power supplies and attach them to the leads to attack phones with sophisticated and effective malware. This can be prevented with dongles but you have to be aware of the hazards.
Nice video! I wish the bathroom wasn't out of service.
Yeah me too. It was really annoying, but it’s a short trip so not too bad.
They could’ve put 1 bathroom per car. It would be way more convenient
damn this looks better than the new lirr trains in new york
Nice trains🇨🇷🙏🇺🇸
Excuse me. Is it normal that a track crosses a platform diagonally? 3:08 - 3.20
Thanks for stopping by! It certainly is not normal for track to run across platforms like that, but seeing as Fort Worth sees an intersection of three major railroads, that single track allows for trains to transfer from one line to another.
Texas eagle and hartland flyer??
I have seen the Union Pacific big boy 40 14 3 times 1 was Fort Worth 2 down in Palestine 2 over in Maeshell
DCTA uses the GTW version of the European Stadlers. Carrollton (Trinity Mills) - Denton
That "weird security robot" as you put it, is much more than a gimmick. Its one layer of a multi faceted security program providing a holistic and sustainable security posture for travelers. There's a lot going on behind that scenes that you just haven't had exposure to. Contact me if you'd like to know more.
Actually, I would love to know more! I figured there was more than meets the eye, but as the typical passenger just passing through, you’d never see it as more than just a “weird security robot.”
@@LonestarTrips No, it's literally a gimmick. He's probably an investor, since that's the only reason Knightscope exists as a company. They use buzzwords like "self-driving" and "machine learning" in their marketing and claim to literally be able to predict crime, among other things. If they could predict crime, you'd think that they would be working with police forces to have their groundbreaking algorithm implemented in stopping real crimes instead of putting ugly roombas in train stations.
So, a gimmick.
@@jontech7 as long as it doesn't start yelling exterminate.
How did you qualify for Reduced Regional ticket?
Student discount/ticket I believe.
Here in Europe are Stadler trains probably the best.
Stadler makes some great trains for sure. Definitely one of my favorite manufacturers.
10:54 lol why are they doing so much noise for no reason
It is not for no reason, it is a grade crossing with a road.
The area is also basically encased in concrete, so the sound is echoing as well
The door sound is actually from England or the United Kingdom Trains
European trains in the USA TRIGGERED!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
FYI: A laptop can be charged with a USB cord.
Only newer ones (usbc power )and early laptops with usbc power wasn't going to battery
Trying their damnedest to make it look like an electric train with all that overhead clutter in the thumbnail picture. You can still see the little intake vents for the diesel hybrid motors on the front top of the cars. Diesel diesel diesel. Fossil fuel stooge diesel
Just look at Chinese trains ! Nothing on the planet like those
4:53 this part is slightly incorrect - the first Stadler trains operating in the US were actually GTWs on the NJT River Line, running between Trenton and Camden, NJ. Those trains started running in 2004. Austin’s Red Line was the _second_ line in the US to operate Stadler trains, when their fleet of GTWs began running on the line when it opened in 2010.
You might want to make a note about this error in the description, just to get the facts straight. But cool video otherwise!