Are there trams in the US?

Answer 1

Yes, various cities across the USA have such systems, and many have constructed lines to preserve railway heritage. However, the systems are called "streetcars" or "trolleys", since the term "tram" in the USA is used to denote aerial cable cars.

Answer 2

Yes. They are usually called streetcars or trolleys. While most faded out by the mid 20th century, many places across the USA create systems called "heritage streetcars", which are designed as tourist attractions and use old cars for a nostalgic look. Additionally, true systems exist in several major cities such as Boston, New Orleans, Portland, San Francisco and Seattle, while some cities like Cincinnati have plans for one. However, a more popular mode is the light rail, which combines elements of trams and rapid transit systems, and is faster than trams. Usually, they have tram-like segments and may share traffic with automobiles, and often have segments underground.