united streetcar vehicles history & mission products streetcar streetcar options projects dcc cable cars portland prototype portland east side loop tucson streetcar project washington dc press & awards awards in the press links faqs contact us home home page united streetcar is the first manufacturer of modern streetcars in the united states . united streetcar is a subsidiary of privately owned oregon iron works a premier manufacturer in the hydro electric marine and nuclear industries . united streetcar provides several customization options to meet each city s needs including off wire operation additional hvac capacity and self leveling . exterior aesthetics and interior arrangements can be customized as well . designed to integrate seamlessly into the urban environment of your city our streetcars will provide a nimble easy to ride and maintain public transportation option for the 30 year service life of the vehicle . search for facebook twitter tweets by unitedstreetcar press archive select month january 2013 may 2012 april 2012 november 2011 september 2011 july 2011 april 2011 march 2011 february 2011 december 2010 november 2010 august 2010 april 2010 february 2010 january 2010 september 2009 august 2009 july 2009 june 2009 may 2009 january 2007 & copy united streetcar