A Metra train rolls toward Union Station on a warm June evening in Chicago, Illinois. I love the look of these cars! The sound of a mechanical bell is always a nice treat, too. Check out the view at the end! This is one of my new all-time favorite places to film railroad action. #railfans #chicago #metra #railfan #trains | Trainiac Productions

3.2K views · 89 reactions | Metra Train #117 operates past the 18th St station today as the final run of the original Illinois Central Highliners. The cars being replaced after 44 years of service by a new fleet of Highliners. | Metra | Facebook

Metra has outfitted its first railcar with new fixed seating to provide our riders with a more comfortable ride. The higher-backed seats offer a headrest and a large, foldable cupholder, and each seat has its own center armrest that can be stowed up when not in use. The seats have an improved foam base and quality vinyl covering. These new customer amenities, which were guided by a January 2020 passenger survey, are a more cost-effective seating option. An initial 50 railcars will be fitted with