The majority of trams are powered by electricity, however some older trams are powered by steam or diesel.
Tram travel on tram rails. These are similar to train rails, but there are some important differences.
A tram can be a monorail without wheels.
Horse-drawn trams began operating in the early 19th century, with the first successful system introduced in 1807 in Cardiff, Wales. The concept quickly spread, and by the 1820s, horse-drawn trams were established in various cities across Europe and North America, providing a new mode of public transportation. These trams typically ran on tracks and were pulled by horses, making them a popular choice until the advent of electric trams in the late 19th century.
The motto of Yarra Trams is 'Love Your Trams'.
Trams were used in Auckland between 1902 to 1956. (Electric trams).
The first electric tram operated between Box Hill and Doncaster from 1889 to 1896 when it was abandoned. After that cable trams ran exclusively until 1906 when the first permanent electric tram service began operation in the North Melbourne area. Cable trams were progressively phased out but continued to operate alongside the electric network until 26 October 1940.
Trams in Milan was created in 1876.
Trams in Turin was created in 1871.
Inekon Trams was created in 2001.
Yarra Trams was created in 1999.
Wikipedia provides information about the history of trams. One can also look on Railpage, Yarra Trams, and Groundwork East Midlands for information about the history of trams.
trams were cool. my name is anabel, and i like to dance! trams are wicked in belguim and i nearly got run over.
Trams are electrically driven so in themselves they do not pollute.