Transportation

Peugeot 407: Mid-size family car produced 2004–2011 Peugeot 407 Peugeot 407 — mid-size family car produced 2004–2011. Offered as sedan, SW estate and Pininfarina coupé; refreshed in 2008. Known for distinctive styling, comfortable ride and dies…

Peugeot 5008: mid-size family vehicle with MPV and SUV lineage Peugeot 5008 The Peugeot 5008 is a mid-size family vehicle introduced in 2009. Initially a compact MPV, it was redesigned in the 2010s as a three-row SUV-style model and is produced by Peugeot.

Peugeot 508 (mid-size family car) Peugeot 508 Mid-size/large family car introduced by Peugeot in 2011 to replace the 407 and 607. Offered as saloon and estate, later redesigned with a fastback profile and petrol, diesel and pl…

Peugeot 607 (executive car, 1999–2010) Peugeot 607 Executive-sized sedan by Peugeot introduced in 1999 to replace the 605. The 607 offered a range of petrol and diesel engines, comfort-oriented features, and was succeeded by the Pe…

Peugeot 806 — mid-size multi-purpose vehicle (MPV) Peugeot 806 The Peugeot 806 is a large family MPV produced 1994–2002 in a joint Fiat–PSA program. It offered flexible seating, sliding doors and a range of petrol and diesel engines; succeeded…

Pickup truck: design, history, uses, and varieties Pickup truck A pickup truck is a light-duty vehicle with an open cargo area. This article explains its design, history, common uses, major variants, and modern developments including electrific…

Pilot — operators of aircraft, spacecraft and vessels Pilot An overview of pilots: who they are, the tasks they perform, different types (air, maritime, space), training and licensing, historical development, and distinctions such as captai…

Pioneer MRT station (Singapore): overview, layout, and significance Pioneer MRT station Pioneer MRT station is an above‑ground station in western Singapore serving nearby industrial areas and Nanyang Technological University. Notable for a privacy screen and its name…

Pipeline: purpose, types, components, history and uses Pipeline A pipeline is a engineered conduit for moving fluids or slurries over distance. This article explains types, construction, history, operation, uses and distinctions from other tran…

Plaxton Beaver minibus Plaxton Beaver Overview and history of the Plaxton Beaver series of step‑entrance minibus bodies, their chassis, development into Beaver 2 and Beaver 3, typical uses and distinguishing features.

Plug-in hybrid A plug-in hybrid combines an internal combustion engine with a rechargeable electric drive, offering short all-electric trips and extended range using gasoline for longer journeys.

Plym Valley Railway Heritage railway near Plymouth on the former South Devon and Tavistock line. A volunteer-run preservation project operating restored track, historic rolling stock and public events…

Plymouth (automobile brand) Plymouth (automobile) Plymouth was an American automobile marque created by Chrysler in 1928 to sell affordable, mainstream cars. It produced compact, family and performance models until the brand was r…

Police car A police car (patrol car) is a motor vehicle used by law enforcement for patrol, emergency response, transport, and specialized tasks; vehicles vary by markings, equipment, and rol…

Polikarpov Po-2 — Soviet two-seat biplane Polikarpov Po-2 Two-seat, fabric-covered Soviet biplane by Nikolai Polikarpov; used as trainer, liaison, crop duster and low-speed night bomber in WWII, notably by the all‑female 'Night Witches'.

Ponders End railway station Suburban rail station in Ponders End, London Borough of Enfield. On the Lea Valley Lines' Tottenham Hale branch, in Travelcard Zone 5, served and managed by Abellio Greater Anglia.

Pontiac Aztek (2001–2005): design, features, reception and legacy Pontiac Aztek A comprehensive overview of the Pontiac Aztek (2001–2005): its concept, engineering, interior flexibility, camping package, public reception, and subsequent influence on GM crossov…

Pontiac Firebird American pony/muscle car built by Pontiac from 1967 to 2002; four generations on GM F-body platform, noted for Trans Am performance packages and strong cultural presence.

Pontiac G6: mid-size car produced by Pontiac (2005–2010) Pontiac G6 The Pontiac G6 was a mid-size family car sold by Pontiac (General Motors) from 2005–2010. Offered as coupe, sedan and convertible, it replaced the Grand Am and was the last U.S.-bu…

Pontiac Grand Prix: overview, development, and legacy Pontiac Grand Prix American automobile produced by Pontiac from the early 1960s to 2008; known for personal-luxury roots, performance trims, and shifts from rear- to front-wheel drive.

Pontiac Montana: history, design, and legacy of Pontiac's minivan Pontiac Montana Comprehensive overview of the Pontiac Montana minivan: origins from the Trans Sport, design and trims, model evolution, production history in North America, and its phase-out in fa…

Pontiac Sunfire: compact car produced 1995–2005 Pontiac Sunfire Overview of the Pontiac Sunfire, a compact car sold 1995–2005: design, body styles, engines, safety record, market position and its place in Pontiac/GM model lines.

Pontiac Vibe: compact hatchback built with Toyota at NUMMI (2002–2009) Pontiac Vibe The Pontiac Vibe was a compact five‑door hatchback produced with Toyota at NUMMI (2002–2009). Shared platform and engines with the Toyota Matrix/Corolla; known for practicality, ve…

Pontoon bridge: floating crossings, design, history, and uses Pontoon bridge A pontoon bridge is a floating structure supported by barges or boats. This article explains its components, history from ancient military use to modern permanent spans, applicatio…

Pontoon Dock DLR station Docklands Light Railway station in east Silvertown, Newham. Opened 2 December 2005 on the Woolwich Arsenal branch, serving local riverside redevelopment and providing step-free pub…

Poplar DLR station Poplar DLR station is a major Docklands Light Railway interchange in Poplar, east London, providing connections across multiple branches within Travelcard Zone 2 and serving as a k…

Porsche 924: Porsche's entry-level sports car (1976–1988) Porsche 924 The Porsche 924 is a front-engined sports coupe built by Porsche in Germany from 1976 to 1988. It introduced a balanced transaxle layout to the brand and produced several performan…

Porsche 928 Front‑engine V8 grand tourer produced by Porsche from the late 1970s to the mid‑1990s, noted for its transaxle layout, aluminum V8, luxury focus, engineering innovations and film a…

Porsche 944 (front‑engine sports car) Porsche 944 A compact sports car introduced in the early 1980s, the Porsche 944 combined a front‑engine, rear transaxle layout with balanced handling and a range of naturally aspirated and tur…

Port (seaport and harbour): overview, functions, and history Port A port is a coastal or inland facility where ships load, unload, and transfer cargo or passengers. This article covers components, history, roles in trade and defense, and common d…

Port of Hull — maritime gateway on the Humber Port of Hull Major seaport on the River Humber serving Kingston upon Hull with passenger ferries, roll-on/roll-off, bulk and container terminals; linked by rail and road for regional freight di…

Port of Karachi: Pakistan’s principal seaport and maritime gateway Port of Karachi Overview of the Port of Karachi, its location, facilities, history, governance, economic role and ongoing challenges as Pakistan’s largest seaport and key maritime hub.

Port of London Historic seaport on the River Thames that served as London's principal commercial harbour; most cargo operations moved elsewhere and the river and docks have been repurposed for tr…

Port of Manchester Historic customs port formed with the Manchester Ship Canal that turned Manchester into a seaport; its geography, development, trade role and later legacy in north-west England.

Portable (movable objects, devices, and software) Portable Portable describes items designed to be carried or moved easily. This article surveys portable buildings, sanitation, computing and software, consumer electronics, musical instrume…

Premium station (Melbourne rail network) Premium station A Melbourne railway station designation indicating full-time staffing and enhanced facilities. About 72 stations carry the status, including all five City Loop stations; designatio…

Prince of Wales (ship) — First Fleet convict transport Prince of Wales (ship) A concise account of the 1786 merchant ship Prince of Wales, its role in the First Fleet transporting convicts to Australia, design and specifications, voyage details, later servic…

Prince Regent DLR station Docklands Light Railway station in the Royal Docks area of East London, opened in 1994; serves ExCeL East, local buses and the Beckton branch with step-free access and event-day co…

Princes Freeway (Victoria, Australia) Princes Freeway A major divided highway in Victoria linking Geelong and Traralgon via Melbourne, forming part of the M1/Princes Highway corridor and serving commuters, freight and regional traffic…

Production vehicle A production vehicle is a mass-produced, road-legal motor vehicle offered for sale to the public; definitions and thresholds vary by law, motorsport rules, and industry practice.

Promenade MRT station (CC4 / DT15) — Singapore underground interchange Promenade MRT station Promenade MRT station is a deep underground interchange in Singapore's Downtown area (codes CC4 and DT15). Known for reaching Basement 7, it connects commercial and convention dist…

Propulsion tools and methods for land, water, air, and space movement Propulsion tools Overview of devices and techniques that produce motion — wheels, oars, sails, propellers, jets — explaining principles, history, parts, uses, and notable distinctions.

Public transport (public transportation) Public transport Public transport carries passengers on shared vehicles along scheduled routes; it includes buses, trains, trams, metros and ferries and plays a central role in urban mobility and p…

Pudding Mill Lane DLR station Pudding Mill Lane is a Docklands Light Railway station in Stratford, East London, on the Stratford branch and the boundary of Travelcard Zones 2 and 3, serving the Stratford and Qu…

Punggol LRT Line Automated feeder light rail serving Punggol new town in Singapore. The Punggol LRT Line covers about 10.3 km with 15 stations, linking neighbourhoods to the island-wide MRT network…

Purple Line (CTA) — Evanston branch of the Chicago 'L' Purple Line (CTA) The Purple Line, often called the Evanston Line, is a CTA rapid transit route linking Linden in Wilmette with Howard on Chicago's North Side; it also runs express to the Loop durin…

Pyongyang Metro The rapid transit network serving North Korea's capital, noted for deep, ornate stations, two lines and around 17 stations; significant for daily commuter traffic and as a Cold War…

Qantas Flight 32: 2010 A380 engine failure and emergency diversion Qantas Flight 32 Qantas Flight 32 suffered an uncontained engine failure on 4 November 2010. The Airbus A380 diverted to Singapore Changi and landed safely; investigations led to inspections, desig…