2026-06-17 17:35:04
The exhibit, which could be accurately described as an elegiac tribute,
will honor the warm-hued bucket seats and
L-shaped, conversation-friendly sectionals that are soon to be retired by the Metropolitan Transportation Authority.
As outlined in its 2025-2029 capital plan, the MTA will purchase 1,500 new subway cars in a $10.9 billion move,
replacing about 22% of the existing fleet — and with them, the orange bucket seats.
Regina Shepherd, director of the Tran…


