MTA to acquire 300 new commuter railcars, US July 1, 2025 | News, North America News The Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) has approved the purchase of 316 new M-9A commuter railcars, with 160 designated for the Long Island Rail Road (LIRR) and 156 for Metro-North Railroad. ... This content is available to only subscribers. Username or E-mail Password Remember Me Forgot Password