Light rail has been an effective form of transportation for many years, and it is quite common in the US and throughout Europe. The Web site of the Light Rail Transit Association (LRTA) has extensive news, historical background, and information about light rail systems. A good overview of light rail is given that outlines its advantages over other transportation methods. One of the best features of the site is its world systems list, which is frequently updated with new light rail projects across the globe. There are also photo galleries of several light rail cars in operation in different countries. Only members can access the LRTA magazines, but the rest of the site's resources are available to anyone.