Transportation

Mercedes-Benz O405 The Mercedes-Benz O405 is a single-decker transit bus series built 1980–2000. Developed to the VöV SL-II standard, it was produced in rigid, articulated and low‑floor forms and ser…

Mercedes-Benz R-Class (luxury multi-purpose vehicle) Mercedes-Benz R-Class Full-size luxury multi-purpose vehicle by Mercedes‑Benz, produced 2005–2012. Blended wagon comfort and MPV space; offered as five- to seven-seat configurations with petrol and dies…

Mercedes-Benz Sprinter: light commercial van, chassis and minibus series Mercedes-Benz Sprinter A versatile series of light commercial vehicles introduced in 1995 and produced by Mercedes‑Benz, the Sprinter is offered as vans, chassis cabs and minibuses and sold worldwide in…

Mercedes-Benz T2 (Transporter 2) Mercedes-Benz T2 Mid-size commercial van and minibus produced by Daimler-Benz from 1967–1996, offered in multiple body styles and widely used for cargo, passenger transport, and specialist conversi…

Mercedes-Benz TN (T1) — light commercial van and minibus, 1977–1995 Mercedes-Benz TN The Mercedes-Benz TN (internal T1) is a versatile light commercial vehicle built 1977–1995. Sold as panel van, chassis cab, flatbed and minibus, it was widely used for delivery, pa…

Mercedes-Benz Vario — Medium-duty commercial vehicle series (1995–2013) Mercedes-Benz Vario Mercedes-Benz Vario (1995–2013) medium-duty commercial vehicle series—versatile vans, trucks and minibuses in multiple lengths and chassis, built for varied commercial, municipal a…

Merchant marine: commercial fleets, roles, law and history Merchant marine Overview of merchant marines: the commercial ships and crews that move goods and people, their types, legal status, wartime roles, economic importance, and the distinct U.S. usage…

British Merchant Navy Merchant Navy The United Kingdom's Merchant Navy: the civilian fleet, its regulation, history, roles, and distinctive features including the Red Ensign and Maritime and Coastguard Agency oversig…

Merchant vessel: definition, types, history and role in maritime trade Merchant vessel A merchant vessel is a ship that carries cargo or fare-paying passengers. This article outlines definition, types, parts, history, regulation, and the economic and environmental ro…

Merseyrail — commuter rail network serving Merseyside Merseyrail Merseyrail is the electrified commuter rail network serving Merseyside and Liverpool, operated under contract by a Serco‑Abellio joint venture and overseen by the regional transpor…

Metcard — Melbourne magnetic‑stripe public transport ticket Metcard Metcard was a zone‑based magnetic‑stripe ticket used on Melbourne trains, trams and buses; it offered time‑limited fares across two zones and was later replaced by the Myki smartca…

Metlink — Melbourne public transport branding and information Metlink Metlink was the umbrella marketing name and customer-information brand used for Melbourne's trains, trams and buses. It provided unified signage, timetables and guidance across mul…

Metra: Chicago-area commuter rail system Metra Metra is the regional commuter railroad serving Chicago and its suburbs. It operates multiple lines and stations, linking downtown with outlying communities and ranking among the b…

Metre gauge (1000 mm) — railway track gauge Metre gauge Metre gauge is a railway track gauge with rails spaced 1000 mm apart. Widely used on secondary, mountainous and colonial-era lines, it balances lower construction cost with limitat…

Metro Cammell: British railway carriage and wagon manufacturer Metro Cammell Overview of the Metropolitan Cammell Carriage and Wagon Company (Metro Cammell), its products, history, and lasting influence on UK rolling stock, including work for the London Und…

Metro‑North Railroad Metro-North Railroad Metro‑North Railroad is a suburban commuter rail system serving New York City, the Hudson Valley and parts of Connecticut. Operated by the MTA, it is one of the largest commuter ra…

Metronet: London Underground maintenance consortium Metronet Metronet was a private-sector consortium formed under the London Underground PPP to maintain and upgrade infrastructure on several Tube lines; it entered administration in 2007 and…

Mexicana Flight 940 — 1986 in‑flight fire and crash Mexicana Flight 940 Mexicana Flight 940 crashed on March 31, 1986 after an in‑flight fire en route from Mexico City to Los Angeles. All 167 people aboard died; investigation cited mechanical failure a…

Miami International Airport: Florida’s principal international gateway Miami International Airport Comprehensive overview of Miami International Airport: history, layout, role as a passenger and cargo gateway to Latin America and the Caribbean, ground connections, airlines, and…

Middle East Airlines — Lebanon’s flag carrier Middle East Airlines Middle East Airlines (MEA) is Lebanon’s national airline, operating scheduled passenger and cargo services from Beirut to destinations across the Middle East, Europe and Africa sin…

Middle Passage: the transatlantic voyage of enslaved Africans Middle Passage The Middle Passage was the transoceanic leg of the Atlantic slave trade in which millions of Africans were transported to the Americas under brutal conditions. This article summari…

Midibus A midibus is a medium-sized bus that fills the gap between a minibus and a full single-deck bus, used for urban, suburban, and specialist services where capacity and maneuverabilit…

Mikoyan-Gurevich MiG-21 (Fishbed) — Soviet supersonic jet fighter Mikoyan-Gurevich MiG-21 Soviet-era lightweight supersonic fighter first flown in 1956. Delta-wing single‑engine design produced in very large numbers, used worldwide in Cold War conflicts and still in lim…

Mil Mi-17 (Hip) — Soviet/Russian medium transport helicopter Mil Mi-17 The Mil Mi-17 (NATO: Hip) is a twin-turbine, medium-lift transport helicopter evolved from the Mi-8 family. It serves military and civilian roles worldwide including transport, med…

Mil Mi-8 (NATO: 'Hip') — Soviet medium transport helicopter Mil Mi-8 The Mil Mi-8 is a twin-turbine Soviet-designed medium transport helicopter, widely used for military and civilian roles since the 1960s and noted for its versatility, many variants…

Mileage: fuel economy, distance traveled, and vehicle efficiency Mileage Overview of mileage as distance traveled and as a measure of fuel economy; common units, factors that affect it, historical context, uses, and distinctions between meanings.

Milton Keynes Central: West Coast Main Line station and transport hub Milton Keynes Central railway station Milton Keynes Central is the main West Coast Main Line station and transport hub for Milton Keynes, offering local connections and fast long-distance services between London, the M…

Minardi — Italian Formula One team and constructor Minardi Minardi was an independent Italian Formula One team (1985–2005) known for low budgets, technical skill, a loyal fanbase and for launching the careers of several future Grand Prix w…

Minatomirai Station Underground railway station on the Minatomirai Line in Yokohama, Japan, serving the Minato Mirai business and tourist district; operated by the Yokohama Minatomirai Railway Company…

Mini (classic British small car, 1959–2000) Mini Compact British car introduced in 1959 by Alec Issigonis for BMC. Revolutionary transverse-engine, front-wheel layout that maximised interior space and influenced global small-car…

Missouri Pacific Railroad (MoPac) Missouri Pacific Railroad Missouri Pacific Railroad (MP or MoPac) was an early U.S. railroad west of the Mississippi, serving the Midwest and Southwest with freight and passenger services; it was acquired b…

Mitsubishi Carisma — compact family car (1995–2004) Mitsubishi Carisma Compact family car produced by Mitsubishi for the European market from 1995 to 2004; shared platform with the first‑generation Volvo S40/V40 and built at the NedCar plant in the Ne…

Mitsubishi Colt Compact hatchback nameplate used on multiple Mitsubishi small cars since the 1960s, including a modern supermini produced in the Netherlands and earlier kei/subcompact and exported…

Mitsubishi Mirage — subcompact car and global nameplate Mitsubishi Mirage Overview of the Mitsubishi Mirage: its design, generations, rebadging, markets and legacy as an economical subcompact first produced in the late 1970s and later revived as a city c…

Mobility Aid: Types, Purposes, History, and Selection Mobility aid Overview of mobility aids — devices that assist movement and independence, their types, components, historical development, common uses, and considerations for choosing the right a…

Model airplane — types, construction, history and uses Model airplane A model airplane is a small unmanned replica or original aircraft used for display, hobby flying, testing and research. Covers types, construction, history, operation, and regulati…

Monash Freeway Major urban freeway in Melbourne linking the CBD with south-eastern suburbs; an important commuter and freight corridor and part of the M1 route.

Monorail: single-rail urban transit systems Monorail An overview of monorails — single-rail guided transit systems — covering design types, history, propulsion (including maglev), typical uses, advantages and limitations.

Monster truck A heavily modified pickup-style vehicle with oversized tires and suspension used in racing, freestyle shows, and public entertainment, often judged by speed, stunts, and spectacle.

Montpellier–Méditerranée Airport (MPL) Montpellier–Méditerranée Airport Regional airport serving Montpellier and the Languedoc-Roussillon Mediterranean coast; a mixed civilian airport with scheduled, seasonal and training operations and an ENAC campus.

Moorgate station, City of London rail and Underground interchange Moorgate station Moorgate is a central London transport hub in the City of London serving suburban National Rail services and multiple Underground lines; it has a complex layout and a notable safet…

Moped: small motorized two-wheeler for short-distance transport Moped A moped is a lightweight two-wheeled motor vehicle, typically with a small engine and sometimes pedals, used for short-distance travel. This article covers features, history, uses,…

Mora (ship): William the Conqueror's flagship Mora (ship) The Mora was the personal flagship of William the Conqueror in 1066, famed in medieval chronicles for its size, speed and ornate appearance; it later served as his regular transpor…

Moscow Domodedovo Airport Major international airport serving Moscow, located in Domodedovo, Moscow Oblast. A principal hub for Russian and international carriers, with rail and road links to the city and a…

Moscow Metro: network, history, architecture and operations Moscow Metro Comprehensive overview of the Moscow Metro: system layout, ridership, station architecture, history, operations and notable features of one of the world's busiest subway networks.

Motherwell railway station, North Lanarkshire, Scotland Motherwell railway station Major railway station in Motherwell, North Lanarkshire. Four platforms, frequent commuter services to Glasgow and long-distance connections including London; an important regional…

Motomachi-Chūkagai Station (Yokohama) Motomachi-Chūkagai Station Underground terminus of the Minatomirai Line in Yokohama, serving Motomachi shopping district and Yokohama Chinatown. Operated by Yokohama Minatomirai Railway Company, it links to…

Motorboat A motorboat is a boat propelled by an engine. This article explains types (outboard, inboard, stern-drive), hull forms, history, common uses, safety and notable distinctions.