Transportation

Chesapeake Bay Bridge–Tunnel A 23-mile bridge–tunnel complex across the mouth of Chesapeake Bay in Virginia that links the Delmarva Peninsula with Virginia Beach and the Hampton Roads region.

Cheshunt railway station, Hertfordshire Cheshunt railway station Suburban station on the West Anglia Main Line serving Cheshunt, Hertfordshire. Served by Abellio Greater Anglia and London Overground; rebuilt and platform-extended in 2005–06 and…

Chester railway station Mainline railway station in Newtown, Chester, Cheshire. Managed by Transport for Wales and served by several operators; historically called Chester General (1875–1969). Overview, h…

Chesterfield and District Tramways Company Chesterfield tramway Summary of the Chesterfield tramway system: its role as a local public-transport network in Chesterfield, Derbyshire, its characteristics, historical development, and lasting legac…

Chevrolet Astro — Overview of the compact van (1985–2005) Chevrolet Astro Mid-size van produced from 1985–2005. The Chevrolet Astro offered passenger and cargo versions, rear-wheel drive with optional AWD, and a two‑generation run; built in Baltimore and…

Chevrolet Avalanche A full-size sport utility pickup by Chevrolet combining a four-door cabin with a versatile cargo bed and a folding midgate; produced in two generations and sold mainly in North Ame…

Chevrolet Aveo: compact car produced by GM Chevrolet Aveo The Chevrolet Aveo is a subcompact car sold under the Chevrolet nameplate. Built originally by GM Korea, it was offered as economical sedan and hatchback models and replaced in Nor…

Chevrolet Blazer Chevrolet Blazer is an American SUV nameplate used on several distinct Chevrolet models — from the full‑size K5 off‑roader to compact and modern midsize crossovers.

Chevrolet Camaro — History, Design, and Performance Chevrolet Camaro American pony car from Chevrolet introduced in 1967. Noted for sporty styling, V6 and V8 powertrains, multiple performance trims, a 2002–2010 hiatus, and ongoing cultural and motor…

Chevrolet Caprice: full-size American sedan and fleet workhorse Chevrolet Caprice The Chevrolet Caprice is a full-size sedan from General Motors, introduced in the mid-1960s. Widely used as family transport, taxis and police cars, it was discontinued in the U.S.…

Chevrolet Cavalier: compact car produced 1982–2005 Chevrolet Cavalier Overview of the Chevrolet Cavalier, a compact front-wheel-drive car produced by General Motors from 1982 to 2005: generations, body styles, safety record, market role and its succe…

Chevrolet Celebrity Mid-size front-wheel-drive car produced by Chevrolet from 1982–1990; one generation that became a top seller in the mid-1980s and was later replaced by the Lumina and Lumina APV.

Chevrolet Cobalt (compact car, 2005–2010) Chevrolet Cobalt Compact car sold by Chevrolet from 2005–2010. Offered as sedan and coupe, including sport SS variants; replaced the Cavalier and Prizm lineages and was succeeded by the Cruze. Nota…

Chevrolet Corvette: American sports car and its evolution Chevrolet Corvette The Chevrolet Corvette is an American two-seat sports car produced since 1953. Renowned for its V8 power, racing pedigree and the shift to a mid‑engine layout in its eighth generat…

Chevrolet Cruze Compact car produced by Chevrolet (General Motors). Overview of design, engines, history, market variants, and its place in GM's lineup.

Chevrolet Equinox Mid-size crossover SUV from Chevrolet introduced for 2005; evolved through multiple generations as a unibody CUV platform, serving families and fleets with gasoline and later turbo…

Chevrolet Express Full-size van produced by General Motors since the mid-1990s, offered in passenger and cargo forms and commonly upfitted for commercial, fleet, and specialty uses. Twin model: GMC…

Chevrolet HHR (Heritage High Roof) Chevrolet HHR Compact retro-styled wagon produced by Chevrolet from 2006–2011. The HHR combined nostalgic design cues with modern compact-car platforms and was offered in multiple variants inclu…

Chevrolet Impala Full-size Chevrolet model produced intermittently from the late 1950s through 2020, known for multiple body styles, broad market appeal, and use in both retail and fleet roles.

Chevrolet K5 Blazer (full-size SUV) Chevrolet K5 Blazer Full-size sport-utility vehicle introduced by Chevrolet in 1969. Based on the C/K truck line, the K5 Blazer offered removable tops, rear- or four-wheel drive and evolved into the m…

Chevrolet Lumina — history, models and international nameplate Chevrolet Lumina Overview of the Chevrolet Lumina nameplate: its origin as a North American mid-size car and minivan, principal variants, later international use as a rebadged model, and its legacy…

Chevrolet Malibu Mid-size family car from Chevrolet, originating as a Chevelle trim in the 1960s and later revived as a front-wheel-drive model; offered in multiple generations, body styles and glo…

Chevrolet Monte Carlo: American personal-luxury coupe (1970–2007) Chevrolet Monte Carlo A compact encyclopedia entry on the Chevrolet Monte Carlo, its design evolution, technical traits, production history, role in racing and the reasons behind its discontinuation and…

Chevrolet S-10 Blazer Mid-size, truck-based SUV produced by General Motors from 1983–2005. Based on the S-10 pickup; available in two- and four-door forms, with rear- or four-wheel-drive layouts and sev…

Chevrolet Silverado Full-size pickup truck line from General Motors, introduced as a standalone model in the late 1990s and rooted in Chevrolet's earlier Silverado trim name (1975). Variants serve con…

Chevrolet Spark A small five‑door city hatchback that evolved from the Daewoo Matiz, the Chevrolet Spark has been marketed worldwide in rebadged forms and offered with petrol and electric powertra…

Chevrolet Suburban A full-size, long-running American SUV nameplate introduced in the 1930s, the Chevrolet Suburban evolved from a station wagon into a large, truck-based sport utility vehicle used f…

Chevrolet Tahoe Full-size sport utility vehicle produced by General Motors since 1995; body-on-frame design, available in multiple trims and drivetrains, often used for families, towing, and fleet…

Chevrolet Tracker (subcompact SUV) Chevrolet Tracker Compact sport-utility vehicle sold by General Motors, developed with Suzuki and produced in Canada. History spans Geo branding, Chevrolet rebadging, international variants and late…

Chevrolet TrailBlazer Mid-size Chevrolet SUV nameplate that began as an S10 Blazer trim and became a standalone model in the early 2000s; later reused on smaller crossovers as market preferences shifted…

Chevrolet Traverse (full-size three-row crossover SUV) Chevrolet Traverse Full-size three-row crossover from Chevrolet introduced for 2009. Built on GM's Lambda platform, the Traverse replaced several minivan and SUV lines and was redesigned for 2018.

Chevrolet Trax (subcompact crossover SUV) Chevrolet Trax A small, city-oriented crossover introduced in 2013 by Chevrolet. The Trax is a rebadged GM design sold worldwide in multiple markets with regional variants and shared underpinning…

Chevrolet Uplander Mid-size minivan from Chevrolet produced in the mid-2000s, replacing older GM vans; noted for its interior flexibility, limited AWD availability, mixed safety ratings, and eventual…

Chevrolet Volt (plug-in hybrid electric vehicle) Chevrolet Volt A compact plug-in hybrid by Chevrolet combining electric-only driving with a gasoline generator for extended range; introduced in the early 2010s and produced through the decade.

Chicago "L" — Chicago's elevated rapid transit system Chicago "L" The Chicago "L" is the elevated rapid transit network serving Chicago and nearby suburbs. Operated by the CTA, it is one of the largest and oldest urban rail systems in the United…

Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) — public transit operator for Chicago Chicago Transit Authority Independent agency operating Chicago's buses and 'L' trains. Overview of services, history, governance, network features, uses and notable facts about the CTA.

Chicago Union Station: history, architecture and transport hub Chicago Union Station Major Beaux-Arts rail terminal in Chicago opened in 1925; primary intercity and commuter hub with underground platforms, a historic Great Hall, extensive approach tracks, and proxi…

China Northwest Airlines Flight 2303 (1994) — in-flight structural failure China Northwest Airlines Flight 2303 A June 6, 1994 Tupolev Tu-154M crash near Xi'an that killed all 160 aboard; investigation found flight-control/maintenance failures and the accident shaped Chinese aviation safety…

Chinatown MRT station (NE4/DT19) — interchange station in Singapore Chinatown MRT station Underground interchange station serving Singapore's Chinatown on the North East and Downtown MRT lines (NE4/DT19). Key transit link with complex engineering, heritage protection, a…

Chinese Garden MRT station (EW25) Chinese Garden MRT station An elevated station on Singapore's East West Line serving Jurong East and access to Jurong Lake attractions; notable for a roof inspired by traditional Chinese architecture and its…

Chords Bridge (Jerusalem) — Light Rail Bridge and City Landmark Chords Bridge A cable-stayed bridge at Jerusalem's western entrance designed by Santiago Calatrava to carry the light rail and pedestrians; opened in 2008 and known for its harp-like array of ca…

Chrysler Town & Country (minivan) Chrysler Town & Country Full overview of the Chrysler Town & Country minivan — history, design, features, generations, and its place in Chrysler's lineup from introduction to replacement.

Cidomo: Horse-drawn carriages of Indonesia's Gili Islands Cidomo Cidomo are small horse-drawn carriages commonly used on the Gili Islands of Indonesia as non-motorized transport for residents and visitors, notable for their simple construction a…

Circle line (London Underground) Central London loop line on the Underground, shown yellow on the Tube map; a busy sub-surface route that circles the city centre and shares tracks with other lines.

Circle MRT Line (Singapore) Circle MRT line Singapore’s yellow-coded Circle Line is a 35.7 km, driverless, medium-capacity orbital Mass Rapid Transit route that links radial lines around the central area and relieves downtow…

Citroën 2CV: design, history and cultural impact Citroën 2CV The Citroën 2CV is an economical, utilitarian small car produced by Citroën from 1949 to 1990. Known for its simple engineering, fabric roof and rugged suspension, it became a last…

Citroën AX: compact supermini hatchback (1986–1998) Citroën AX The Citroën AX is a lightweight supermini hatchback introduced in 1986 by Citroën. Known for economy, simple engineering and compact dimensions, it was produced until the late 1990…

Citroën Berlingo Compact panel van and passenger MPV by Citroën introduced in 1996, produced in multiple generations and sold alongside a Peugeot twin; known for a boxy, modular design and utility-…