Crossrail 2 (Chelsea–Hackney line): proposed north-east to south-west London rail link Crossrail 2 Crossrail 2, formerly the Chelsea–Hackney line, is a safeguarded proposal for a new north-east to south-west rail route through London intended to increase capacity and improve con…
Cruise ship: design, history, onboard life and types Cruise ship Comprehensive overview of cruise ships: what they are, how they are built and run, onboard facilities, types and sizes, history and modern uses, and distinctions from other passeng…
Curzon Street railway station (Birmingham) Curzon Street railway station Historic Birmingham railway terminus opened in 1838 and converted to a goods depot in 1854. Surviving buildings rank among the earliest railway structures in Britain and figure in…
Custom House for ExCeL — DLR station in London's Royal Docks Custom House for ExCeL DLR station Custom House for ExCeL is a Docklands Light Railway station serving the ExCeL exhibition centre and the Royal Docks in the London Borough of Newham. It lies in Travelcard Zone 3 an…
Cutty Sark for Maritime Greenwich (DLR station) Cutty Sark for Maritime Greenwich DLR station Light metro station on the Docklands Light Railway's Bank–Lewisham line serving Maritime Greenwich and the historic Cutty Sark, with step-free access and links to local attractions…
Cuxton railway station Local railway station serving the village of Cuxton in Kent on the Medway Valley Line, providing regional rail links, basic passenger facilities and access to nearby towns along th…
Cyprus DLR station (London) Cyprus DLR station Cyprus is a Docklands Light Railway station in Beckton, Newham, serving the University of East London Docklands campus and Royal Albert Dock on the Beckton branch. It lies in Trave…
Damai LRT Station — Punggol Light Rail stop in Singapore Damai LRT Station Damai LRT Station is a stop on the Punggol LRT East Loop in Singapore, serving the Damai residential precinct. It forms part of the town's automated light rail network and links to…
Dan Ryan Expressway Major Chicago freeway carrying I-90/I-94 from the Circle Interchange through the South Side; important commuter corridor with a CTA Red Line median and a history tied to mid-20th-c…
Darsham railway station (Suffolk) Darsham railway station Darsham railway station serves the village of Darsham in Suffolk, England. It is on the East Suffolk Line and is served by Greater Anglia, providing rural rail connections and basi…
Dassault Falcon 20: French twin‑engine business jet Dassault Falcon 20 Overview of the Dassault Falcon 20, a pioneering French twin‑jet business aircraft: design, development in the 1960s, roles, variants, and its continued legacy in civil and governm…
Dassault Rafale — French multirole combat aircraft Dassault Rafale The Dassault Rafale is a French twin‑engine, delta‑canard multirole fighter built by Dassault Aviation. It entered service with the French Navy in 2001 and the Air Force in 2006 an…
de Havilland Comet: pioneering jet airliner and its legacy De Havilland Comet The de Havilland Comet was the world’s first production commercial jet airliner. Introduced in 1952, its streamlined design transformed air travel but early structural failures led…
Deck (ship): structure, types, history and uses Deck (ship) An overview of ship decks: what they are, common types and parts, historical development, functions for cargo and crew, and maintenance considerations.
Deep-level tube lines Deep-level tube lines are railway tunnels built far below street level using tunnelling methods. They differ from subsurface lines in construction, profile, ventilation needs and s…
Delaware Department of Transportation (DelDOT) Delaware Department of Transportation DelDOT is the state agency responsible for planning, building, operating and maintaining Delaware’s transportation system, including roads, bridges and the DART First State public…
Delaware Route 100 State highway in northern New Castle County, Delaware, running north–south from Elsmere to the Pennsylvania state line and serving suburban and rural communities.
Delaware Route 52 (Kennett Pike) Delaware Route 52 Delaware Route 52 is a state highway running north from Wilmington to the Pennsylvania line. Known as Kennett Pike, it links urban Wilmington with the Brandywine Valley and several…
Delaware Route 82 (DE 82) — Red Clay Valley scenic road Delaware Route 82 Short state highway in New Castle County, Delaware, running from DE 52 near Greenville to the Pennsylvania border near Yorklyn; noted for the Red Clay Valley Scenic Byway and rural…
Dennis Trident 2: low‑floor double‑decker bus chassis Dennis Trident 2 A widely used two‑axle low‑floor double‑deck chassis introduced in 1999. Developed by Dennis and successors, it underpins many UK and international double‑deckers including hybrid…
Depot A depot is a facility for storing, maintaining, or distributing vehicles, goods, fuel, or supplies; commonly used for buses, trains, freight, military stores and postal operations.
Deptford Bridge DLR station Deptford Bridge is an elevated Docklands Light Railway station on the Bank–Lewisham branch, located by Deptford Creek at the boundary of Travelcard Zones 2 and 3, serving Deptford…
Derby Carriage and Wagon Works Historic railway workshop in Derby, England, established in the 1840s by the Midland Railway to design and build carriages and wagons for Britain's expanding rail network.
Derby railway station (Derby Midland) Derby railway station Derby railway station (Derby Midland) is the mainline station serving Derby, England. A regional rail hub on the Midland Main Line, it is owned by Network Rail and served by multip…
Derby Road railway station Suburban rail station in Ipswich, Suffolk, England, serving local commuter traffic on services operated by Greater Anglia and providing links to Ipswich town centre and regional co…
Derby Tramways (1904–1934) Derby Tramways Electric tramway system that served Derby, England between 27 July 1904 and 29 June 1934. Important example of early 20th-century municipal street transport and later transition to…
Dere Street: Roman road from York to the Antonine Wall Dere Street Dere Street was a major Roman military road linking Eboracum (York) northwards to the Antonine Wall at Bo'ness; many stretches survive as modern roads, earthworks and archaeologica…
Siemens Desiro family of multiple-unit trains Desiro Desiro is a modular family of diesel and electric multiple-unit trains by Siemens, used across regional and commuter networks for flexible, low-cost services with several subtypes…
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) overview and facilities Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport Comprehensive article on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW): location, terminals, airlines, ground access, history and notable facts about its role as a major U.S. avi…
Devons Road DLR station, Bromley-by-Bow Devons Road DLR station Devons Road is a Docklands Light Railway station in Bromley-by-Bow, east London. It serves local residents and commuters, lies on the DLR between Langdon Park and Bow Church, and i…
Dhoby Ghaut MRT station Major underground interchange in central Singapore serving North South, North East and Circle lines; notable as the city’s first triple-line interchange and a deep, high-traffic st…
Dhow — Traditional Arab Sailing Vessel Dhow Dhow: a long‑keeled, lateen‑rigged sailing vessel from the Red Sea and Indian Ocean region, used historically for trade, fishing and transport along coasts and rivers such as the N…
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Diesel fuel Diesel fuel is a liquid hydrocarbon fuel used in compression-ignition engines. Derived mainly from petroleum, it appears in several grades and blends and is important for transport…
Diesel locomotive: design, types, history, and uses Diesel locomotive A self-contained railway locomotive driven by an internal combustion diesel engine. Covers operating principles, main transmission types, history, typical uses, advantages and dist…
Diesel multiple unit (DMU) Diesel multiple unit A self-propelled passenger trainset in which each car or a combination of cars carries one or more diesel engines; used for regional, commuter and rural services.
Disney's Magical Express Complimentary airport ground-transport and luggage delivery service at Walt Disney World Resort, operated by Mears Transportation for eligible resort guests; notable for delivering…
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Diss railway station (Norfolk) Diss railway station Railway station serving Diss in Norfolk. Operated by Greater Anglia, offering regular services to Norwich and London. Part of the National Rail network and a local transport hub.
District line (London Underground) District line A major sub-surface line of the London Underground, the District line links east and west London with several western branches and serves many central London stations.
Docklands Light Railway (DLR): automated light metro serving east London Docklands Light Railway The Docklands Light Railway is an automated light metro serving East London and the redeveloped Docklands. Opened in 1987, it links Stratford, Canary Wharf, London City Airport, Le…
Docklands Light Railway rolling stock A concise guide to the passenger trains and service vehicles that operate on the Docklands Light Railway in London's Docklands: design, operation, history and role in urban transpo…
Doctor Yellow: Japanese Shinkansen Diagnostic Trains Doctor Yellow Doctor Yellow are specially equipped Japanese Shinkansen trains that inspect track and overhead systems at speed. They are painted bright yellow and attract public interest as both…
Dodge Caliber: compact hatchback produced 2006–2012 Dodge Caliber The Dodge Caliber was a compact five‑door hatchback sold from 2006 to 2012. Positioned between small sedans and compact crossovers, it replaced the Neon and was later succeeded by…
Dodge Caravan American compact/mid-size minivan introduced in 1983. The Caravan helped create the modern minivan market, offering flexible seating, sliding doors and long production history unde…
Dodge Charger American automobile nameplate used by Dodge since the 1960s for a range of performance and passenger cars; notable for muscle-car origins, multiple generations, and modern full-siz…
Dodge Dakota Mid-size American pickup produced by Dodge from the late 1980s into the early 2010s; positioned between compact and full-size trucks and known for its versatility and performance v…
Dodge Durango American mid-size to full-size SUV introduced in 1998; known for three-row seating, V6/V8 powertrains, towing capacity, and later platform sharing with the Jeep Grand Cherokee.
