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Brits are turning to train travel due to the rising costs of running a car

Brits turn to trains due to rising car costs

Car insurance quotes have risen by £348 on average this year alone and now more than half of UK drivers (56%) say they cannot afford to continue running their car with the increase in costs.

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EV charging points installed at TPE North Yorkshire station

Four electric vehicle (EV) charging points have been installed at one of TPE’s (TransPennine Express’) North Yorkshire stations – the first at the train operator's car parks.  

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Train operators join forces with tech startups to shape the future of the rail industry

Nine technology startups have been selected to work alongside four train operators to support innovation in the rail industry.

Manchester Pride

All aboard for Pride celebrations: TPE flies the flag for Pride in Manchester

TransPennine Express (TPE) celebrated Manchester Pride this weekend with colleagues and communities across its rail network.  

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TPE delights twelve-year-old train fanatic with a cab ride

A lucky Huddersfield youngster was given a day to remember, thanks to TransPennine Express

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Youngsters from Newcastle-based charity North East Sight Matters enjoy day out with TransPennine Express

A group of 14 young adventurers and their families had an unforgettable day out in York, thanks to TransPennine Express (TPE).  

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WATCH: New window film to block heat from TPE trains – but not the view

TransPennine Express (TPE) is hoping for some more sunshine this summer and to save energy by trialling two new window films which will block the sun’s rays from train windows but not the views. 

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Extra late-night train services for fans heading home from Manchester gigs

TransPennine Express (TPE) will run two extra late-night services in August between Manchester and Liverpool for music fans who don’t want to miss the encore.  

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Never Mind the Gap: TPE and Northern among rail operators teaming up to showcase opportunities for women after career breaks

TransPennine Express (TPE) and Northern are among rail operators teaming up to support women after they have had career breaks – or just want to try something new.  

TransPennine Express has revealed the top UK holiday destinations for Brits - York Minster pictured

Brits struggling to afford price of foreign holidays turn to UK getaways

Two-thirds of Brits (66%) are struggling to afford the price of a foreign holiday this year and are instead turning to UK getaways this summer, according to new research revealed by TransPennine Express (TPE).

New planter at Northallerton station

Storm storage: TPE trials new planter at North Yorkshire station

A specially designed planter that captures, uses, and stores rainwater before slowly releasing it into drains has premiered at one of TransPennine Express’ (TPE’s) North Yorkshire stations. 

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Extra train service for fans heading home from Justin Timberlake’s Manchester gig

TransPennine Express (TPE) will run an extra late-night service between Manchester and Liverpool for Justin Timberlake fans wanting to take back the night and enjoy every moment of the show without worrying about their journey home.