Thousands of commuters on the South Coast will soon be getting a much more pleasant ride.
Metrolink is refurbishing 50 of its passenger train cars. The commuter rail service which serves Ventura, and four other Southern California counties has more than 120 rail cars, some of which are now 30 years old.
The enhancements include vinyl seating, and non-carpeted flooring, which is easier to clean. There will be electronic charging ports at each seat, and improved lighting.
The first of the refurbished cars is back in service. The goal is to have 17 completed by the end of the year, and 50 ready for use by early 2024.
