DC streetcars share road w/cars starting today for test runs. Passengers welcome s.time in Nov
鈥� Kristi King (@king草莓传媒) DC streetcars share road w/cars today for test runs. sz cyclists should use G&I sts vs H/Benning
— Kristi King (@king草莓传媒) In merge/divert areas must go 4mph in rd traffic area often ignoring 35mph limit
— Kristi King (@king草莓传媒) DC ambulance navigates past slower moving in lane 1 of 3 on Benning Rd
— Kristi King (@king草莓传媒) DC Streetcar operator examines rig before taking over
— Kristi King (@king草莓传媒) 
WASHINGTON — It’s been decades since moved people through the streets of Washington, D.C. Now, they’re another step closer to being a real transportation option.
On Sept. 29, streetcars are doing a test run with simulated service along and Benning Road in Northeast. It’s part of the safety testing phase.
That means drivers, bicyclists and pedestrians should be careful and on the lookout.
The simulated service is a milestone, considering there have been numerous delays in getting the streetcars rolling.
Transportation officials are being cautious about giving a hard-fast start date. But they do say passengers could be able to start riding the street cars in November.
Get more information about the streetcar and a safety toolkit on the
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