October 2026: Chris Healy takes us trackside exploring great photo locations along Metro-North Railroad’s Upper Harlem Line. Kevin EuDaly brings us the scoop on more than 30 diesel locomotives decorated for America’s semiquincentennial that gathered at the North Carolina Transportation Museum’s Spencer Shops. And, Bill Monaghan gets us close to the action as a trolley operated in Cumberland County, Pennsylvania, for the first time since 1938 during the Williams Grove Historical Steam Engine Association Steam Show. All this and more in the October 2026 issue of Railpace Newsmagazine!
Progress Rail Highlights EMD SD70H Hybrid Locomotive
Progress Rail is showcasing its new EMD® SD70H hybrid locomotive technology at InnoTrans 2026. Built on the proven SD70 platform, the SD70H combines diesel-electric reliability with battery-assisted energy management to reduce fuel consumption, improve operating efficiency, and lower total cost of ownership while integrating seamlessly into existing fleets.
My Favorite Spot: Metro-North’s Upper Harlem Line
Chris Healy takes us along Metro-North Railroad’s single-track Upper Harlem Line with stations, rolling hills, and river crossings.
America 250 Locomotive Celebration at Spencer
Once-in-a-generation gathering of specially painted locomotives at the North Carolina Transportation Museum celebrating America’s 250th.
Big Boy – Take 2: UP 4014 Heads Home
UP Big Boy 4014 heads home, departing Steamtown National Historic Site in Pennsylvania, following a two-week visit and scheduled maintenance.
















