L Subway Line To Be Run By Computers
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The L train is speeding into the future with new computerized technology.
Starting Tuesday, the Manhattan-Brooklyn subway line will be controlled by a computerized signal system, which will allow trains to run more frequently.
The project was given a $300 million price tag two years ago, but its activation was put off several times due to some technical glitches.
The system will first be used during off peak hours and there will be train operators onboard to take over if anything goes wrong.
MTA officials say this is proven technology which is already used in other U.S. and European cities.