Metro unveils winning design for new 8000-series rail fleet

For immediate release: August 26, 2025

The people have spoken! After more than 20,000 votes from customers throughout the region, we have a winner.

The public selected Option 3 as the updated livery design for Metro’s incoming rail fleet.

“While the exterior design of the new 8000-series fleet pays homage to Metro’s past, the interior is all about the future,” said Metro General Manager and CEO Randy Clarke. “This new rail fleet will improve the customer experience in every way. We thank our loyal customers for their input on the future of Metro.”

The 8000-series rail cars feature wider aisles, increased digital signage, and dynamic wayfinding, among other upgrades.

"Our region deserves a modern rail system, and the new 8000 series fleet will be instrumental in providing the safe, frequent, and reliable service our customers expect," said Metro Board of Directors Chair Valerie Santos. "We also commend Metro staff for identifying $21 million in cost savings on this project- funds that will now be reinvested directly into the capital program to benefit our customers."

Customers can expect to see pilot cars with the new rolling through stations in late 2027. The updated rail fleet look represents another step toward delivering a more seamless experience for our customers.