Latest News
This page presents developments that relate to issues examined by CARS.
"AI, Rail Industry"
"Predictive maintenance, improved safety, enhanced capacity utilization, enhanced passenger experiences and increased operational efficiency are five key areas where AI...
Riding the Rails of Innovation: Celebrating National Railway Day 2024
National Railway Day (NRD) 2024 is set to be a landmark event celebrating the rich history and promising future of Canada's railway industry. Hosted by the Canadian...
Call for Award Applications - CARS 2024 Awards
We are excited to announce that applications for the CARS Awards are now open! These awards are an opportunity to recognize and celebrate our members' outstanding...
CARS Scholarships: Deadline April 30th!
Exciting News! CARS is proud to announce the return of its TWO scholarship opportunities for our valued members: CARS Continuing Education/Career in Rail Scholarship -...
Current Rail/Transit Bids
For a few of the current rail/transit bids, please click the links below: VIA Railway Infrastructure Maintenance Services Engineering...
Get Involved: Explore Committee Opportunities at CARS
Join us in shaping the future of the railway industry! At CARS, we believe our members are at the heart of everything we do. We're excited to invite you to explore the...
"CN update their weight restrictions for customers this spring"
"TPlease note that payload weights in equipment to be delivered by CNTL can now be loaded per the normal requirements for shipments planned to..." (Budgen, 2024) ...
"CN to test diesel-battery hybrid main line locomotive"
"The ‘plug-in’ hybrid mainline locomotive, which CN describes as ‘a first of its kind in North America’, will be evaluated under varying operational and weather ..."...
"Historic locomotive set to go full steam ahead on six-week tour"
"It worked in Eastern Canada for nearly 30 years before it was retired in..." (McEwen, 2024) Click here for the full article McEwen, Larissa. (2024, April 10th)...
Get Involved: Explore Committee Opportunities at CARS
Join us in shaping the future of the railway industry! At CARS, we believe our members are at the heart of everything we do. We're excited to invite you to explore the...
Current Rail/Transit Bids
For a few of the current rail/transit bids, please click the links below: VIA Railway Infrastructure Maintenance Services Engineering...
CARS Scholarships: Deadline April 30th!
Exciting News! CARS is proud to announce the return of its TWO scholarship opportunities for our valued members: CARS Continuing Education/Career in Rail Scholarship -...