LDV Convoy — British light commercial van and minibus (1996–2006) LDV Convoy The LDV Convoy was a large British panel van and minibus produced by LDV Limited from 1996 to 2006, available in several lengths and roof heights and commonly used for freight, pas…
LDV Maxus (light commercial van and minibus) LDV Maxus The LDV Maxus is a light commercial vehicle introduced in 2004, produced as a van, minibus and chassis cab. It replaced earlier LDV models and was later developed into the SAIC Max…
LDV Pilot — British light commercial van and minibus (1993–2006) LDV Pilot Light commercial van and minibus produced by LDV Limited from 1993 to 2006. Available in van, minibus and chassis forms and widely used for cargo transport, shuttle services and sp…
Lea Valley lines — commuter rail routes in north‑east London Lea Valley lines Overview of the Lea Valley lines: routes running along the River Lea valley, their branches, historical background, current operators and importance for north‑east London commuting…
Leeds Bradford International Airport Regional airport serving Leeds, Bradford and West Yorkshire. Medium-sized hub for scheduled, charter and seasonal services, home to leisure carriers and handling roughly three mill…
Leeds railway station (Leeds City Station) Leeds railway station Major railway hub in West Yorkshire, managed by Network Rail. Overview of layout, services, history, importance, and recent development as a principal northern interchange.
Left- and right-hand traffic Which side of the road vehicles travel on: global patterns, historical origins, vehicle design implications, safety considerations, and notable national exceptions and transitions.
Lentor MRT station (TE5) — Thomson–East Coast line, Singapore Lentor MRT station Lentor MRT (TE5) is an underground station on Singapore's Thomson–East Coast line serving the Lentor area of Ang Mo Kio. It provides rail access to nearby residential estates and l…
Level crossing (rail–road intersection) Level crossing Where a railway and a road meet at the same level. Overview of components, protections, history, types, safety technology and reasons for grade separation.
Lewisham station (London) — National Rail and DLR interchange Lewisham station Major transport interchange in Lewisham, south‑east London serving National Rail and the Docklands Light Railway; a historical station and southern terminus of the DLR with wide bu…
Liège Airport (Liège-Bierset): Belgium’s major cargo gateway Liège Airport Liège Airport (LGG) is a cargo-focused international airport in eastern Belgium. Strategically placed inside Europe’s freight ‘golden triangle’, it handles express freight, schedul…
Lifeboat (shipboard): purpose, types, history, and equipment Lifeboat (shipboard) A lifeboat is a shipboard survival craft—rigid or inflatable—kept to abandon a vessel in emergencies. This article explains types, equipment, launching methods, history, regulation…
Light rail (urban rail transit) Light rail Light rail, or light rail transit (LRT), is an urban rail mode that fills the gap between street trams and heavier metro systems, offering flexible vehicle, right-of-way and servic…
Light Rail Transit (Singapore) Singapore’s Light Rail Transit (LRT) is an automated feeder rail system that connects residential areas to the Mass Rapid Transit network; first opened in 1999 and later expanded t…
Limehouse station — Docklands Light Railway and National Rail interchange Limehouse station Limehouse station in east London is a Zone 2 stop served by the DLR and c2c National Rail services, providing local and Docklands connections between Fenchurch Street, West Ham, Sh…
Limit — Vekoma Suspended Looping Coaster at Heide-Park Limit (roller coaster) Limit is a Vekoma Suspended Looping Coaster (SLC) installed at Heide-Park in Germany. Opened in 1999, it features a compact inverted layout with five inversions and a one-and-a-hal…
Limousine: design, history, types and typical uses Limousine A limousine is a chauffeur-driven luxury vehicle with an extended wheelbase, often offering a partition, enhanced comfort, and optional security upgrades; used for VIP transport, e…
Lincoln Continental The Lincoln Continental is a long‑running American luxury automobile nameplate introduced in 1939. Built by Lincoln (Ford Motor Company), it is noted for elegant styling, full‑size…
Lincoln MKT (luxury crossover SUV) Lincoln MKT The Lincoln MKT is a three‑row luxury crossover produced for the 2010–2019 model years. It combined Lincoln styling with family seating and optional all‑wheel drive, positioned bet…
Lincoln Navigator Full-size luxury SUV introduced in 1998 by Lincoln (a Ford division). Known for spacious, upscale appointments, strong towing capability and a prominent place in luxury and custom…
Lincoln Town Car Full-size American luxury sedan produced by Lincoln (Ford) from 1980–2011, known for body-on-frame construction, rear-wheel drive, widespread use in livery and funeral services, an…
Line 1 Yonge–University (Toronto subway) Line 1 Yonge–University Line 1 Yonge–University is Toronto's oldest and busiest subway route, running in a U-shaped arc between Finch in the north and Vaughan Metropolitan Centre to the northwest.
Auxiliary Interstate Highways (Three‑Digit Interstates) List of auxiliary Interstate Highways Three‑digit Interstate Highways are auxiliary routes of the U.S. Interstate system. They provide spurs, loops, beltways, and bypasses that connect, relieve, or distribute traffic a…
List of Baku Metro Stations Overview and organization of the Baku Metro network, its lines, station counts, history, architecture, uses and how to consult official station lists and maps.
List of bridges in Ottawa Overview and representative list of bridges in Ottawa, Ontario, organized by waterway with examples of major road, rail and pedestrian crossings over the Ottawa River, Rideau River…
List of notable British heritage and private railways List of British heritage and private railways An organized overview of well-known British heritage and private railways, their roles, notable examples and brief guidance on preservation, volunteering and visiting.
List of British Rail departmental multiple unit classes Overview and explanation of the 900-series departmental multiple unit classes used by British Rail for non-passenger duties, their numbering, typical conversions, roles and histori…
List of British Rail diesel multiple unit classes Overview and categorization of diesel multiple unit (DMU) classes used by British Rail, covering the classification system, major families, technical features, history, uses and le…
List of British Rail electric multiple unit classes Overview of British Rail electric multiple unit (EMU) classes used on the mainline since 1948, describing power systems, TOPS classification, development, and typical roles.
British Rail modern traction locomotive classes List of British Rail modern traction locomotive classes Overview and examples of locomotive classes allocated TOPS numbers and used on the mainline since nationalisation in 1948, covering diesel, electric, gas-turbine and related modern…
British Rail power classifications (Type 1–Type 5) List of British Rail power classifications Overview of the British Rail system that grouped main line diesel locomotives into Types 1–5 after the 1955 Modernisation Plan, with purpose, characteristics, history, examples and…
British Rail unbuilt locomotive classes (TOPS allocations) List of British Rail unbuilt locomotive classes Overview of locomotive classes that British Rail or its suppliers planned and allocated TOPS numbers for but never built, with reasons, categories, and legacy.
List of bus models and common classifications List of bus models Overview and organization of lists of bus models, their common types, development, uses and notable examples, with guidance on how models are categorized.
List of busiest airports in the United Kingdom Overview and representative ranking of the 20 busiest UK airports by passenger traffic, with explanation of criteria, historical context, and notable trends (rankings vary by year)…
Companies that operate trains in the United Kingdom List of companies operating trains in the United Kingdom Overview of the organisations that run passenger, freight and heritage trains in the UK, how they are structured, regulated and examples of the main operators.
List of Crossings of the River Thames Comprehensive guide to bridges, tunnels, ferries and other crossings of the River Thames, their types, history, distribution and significance from the estuary upstream.
List of Interstate Highways: system, numbering, and key facts List of Interstate Highways An overview of the United States Interstate Highway system: how routes are numbered, the distinction between primary and auxiliary highways, history, uses, and notable examples.
List of London railway stations Organized overview of London’s railway stations: types, major termini and interchanges, suburban and urban networks, history, passenger facilities and recent developments.
List of London Underground stations Organized reference to stations served by the London Underground: how lists are arranged, common fields, notable stations, history and practical use for travellers and researchers.
Motorways of the United Kingdom List of motorways in the United Kingdom Overview and classification of UK motorways, their history, major routes, numbering systems in Great Britain and Northern Ireland, management and notable features.
Numbered highways of Delaware: interstates, U.S. routes, and state routes List of numbered routes in Delaware Overview of Delaware's numbered roadway system, its signage and numbering rules, responsible agency, history, examples and notable exceptions to the numbering grid.
List of railway stations in Melbourne Overview of Melbourne's suburban railway stations: network layout, station categories, ticketing zones, heritage lines, history and practical notes for travellers.
List of roads in Metro Manila Overview and organization of major roads in Metro Manila, their classification, notable examples, history and how lists are compiled for the capital region.
List of Singapore LRT stations Organized guide to Singapore’s Light Rail Transit (LRT) stations: systems, station coding, purpose, development and where to find full station lists.
List of Singapore MRT stations An overview of the stations that make up Singapore’s Mass Rapid Transit network, including types of stations, development history, uses, and notable features of the 151 operational…
Toronto subway and RT stations: overview, lines, and notable stations List of Toronto subway and RT stations Overview and organization of Toronto’s subway and RT stations, covering lines, station types, history, major interchanges, expansions and recent changes in service.
Unused and Defunct New York City Subway Services List of unused or defunct New York City Subway services Overview of retired, avoided, or reserved NYC Subway route letters and numbers, why certain designations fell out of use, notable examples, and how service labeling has changed ove…
Lisunov Li-2 (Soviet license-built DC-3 variant) Lisunov Li-2 The Lisunov Li-2 is the Soviet license-produced and modified version of the Douglas DC-3, adapted by Vasily Lisunov for harsh climates and used widely in military and civil roles f…
