{"id":33422,"date":"2024-10-10T17:00:00","date_gmt":"2024-10-11T00:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/?p=33422"},"modified":"2024-10-09T19:30:07","modified_gmt":"2024-10-10T02:30:07","slug":"transportation-projects-that-turned-into-financial-disasters","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/transportation-projects-that-turned-into-financial-disasters\/","title":{"rendered":"13 Transportation Projects That Ended in Financial Ruin"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Transportation projects are often ambitious undertakings meant to improve our lives, but sometimes they can go terribly wrong. In this article, we explore 13 transportation projects that turned into financial disasters. From skyrocketing costs to endless delays, these projects became cautionary tales of mismanagement and unforeseen challenges.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_71 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-light-blue ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\"><p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Contents<\/p>\n<\/div><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/transportation-projects-that-turned-into-financial-disasters\/#Denver_International_Airport\" title=\"Denver International Airport\">Denver International Airport<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/transportation-projects-that-turned-into-financial-disasters\/#Berlin_Brandenburg_Airport\" title=\"Berlin Brandenburg Airport\">Berlin Brandenburg Airport<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/transportation-projects-that-turned-into-financial-disasters\/#Edinburgh_Tram_Project\" title=\"Edinburgh Tram Project\">Edinburgh Tram Project<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/transportation-projects-that-turned-into-financial-disasters\/#Mexico_Citys_Texcoco_Airport\" title=\"Mexico City\u2019s Texcoco Airport\">Mexico City\u2019s Texcoco Airport<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/transportation-projects-that-turned-into-financial-disasters\/#Alaskan_Way_Viaduct_Replacement\" title=\"Alaskan Way Viaduct Replacement\">Alaskan Way Viaduct Replacement<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/transportation-projects-that-turned-into-financial-disasters\/#Istanbul_New_Airport\" title=\"Istanbul New Airport\">Istanbul New Airport<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/transportation-projects-that-turned-into-financial-disasters\/#Torontos_Union_Pearson_Express\" title=\"Toronto\u2019s Union Pearson Express\">Toronto\u2019s Union Pearson Express<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/transportation-projects-that-turned-into-financial-disasters\/#Stuttgart_21\" title=\"Stuttgart 21\">Stuttgart 21<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/transportation-projects-that-turned-into-financial-disasters\/#Honolulu_Rail_Transit\" title=\"Honolulu Rail Transit\">Honolulu Rail Transit<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/transportation-projects-that-turned-into-financial-disasters\/#Sydney_Light_Rail\" title=\"Sydney Light Rail\">Sydney Light Rail<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/transportation-projects-that-turned-into-financial-disasters\/#Scotlands_Queensferry_Crossing\" title=\"Scotland&#8217;s Queensferry Crossing\">Scotland&#8217;s Queensferry Crossing<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/transportation-projects-that-turned-into-financial-disasters\/#Californias_East_Span_of_the_Bay_Bridge\" title=\"California&#8217;s East Span of the Bay Bridge\">California&#8217;s East Span of the Bay Bridge<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/transportation-projects-that-turned-into-financial-disasters\/#Mumbai_Metro_Line_3\" title=\"Mumbai Metro Line 3\">Mumbai Metro Line 3<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/transportation-projects-that-turned-into-financial-disasters\/#More_from_MyCarMakesNoise\" title=\"More from MyCarMakesNoise\">More from MyCarMakesNoise<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/transportation-projects-that-turned-into-financial-disasters\/#18_Obscure_Concept_Cars_That_Never_Made_It_to_Market\" title=\"18 Obscure Concept Cars That Never Made It to Market\">18 Obscure Concept Cars That Never Made It to Market<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/transportation-projects-that-turned-into-financial-disasters\/#12_Rare_Military_Vehicles_Collectors_Dream_About\" title=\"12 Rare Military Vehicles Collectors Dream About\">12 Rare Military Vehicles Collectors Dream About<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Denver_International_Airport\"><\/span><strong>Denver International Airport<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Denver-International-Airport.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-33423\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Denver-International-Airport.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Denver-International-Airport-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Denver-International-Airport-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Editorial Credit: Don Mammoser \/ <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/denver-usaoctober-17-boeing-737-operated-1857602539\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Shutterstock.com<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Denver&#8217;s new airport, which opened in 1995, faced numerous financial and operational problems. The automated baggage system failed spectacularly, causing extensive delays and cost overruns. Consequently, the project&#8217;s budget more than doubled to $4.8 billion. Ongoing maintenance and operational costs continue to burden the city\u2019s finances.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Berlin_Brandenburg_Airport\"><\/span><strong>Berlin Brandenburg Airport<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Berlin-Brandenburg-Airport.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-33424\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Berlin-Brandenburg-Airport.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Berlin-Brandenburg-Airport-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Berlin-Brandenburg-Airport-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Editorial Credit: Mario Hagen \/ <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/berlin-june-2020-due-coronavirus-pandemic-1758097541\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Shutterstock.com<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Plagued by poor planning and construction flaws, Berlin Brandenburg Airport&#8217;s opening was delayed by nearly a decade. Originally estimated to cost \u20ac2.8 billion, the final price tag exceeded \u20ac7 billion. Technical issues and safety concerns contributed to the skyrocketing costs. The airport\u2019s tarnished reputation has had lasting financial repercussions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Edinburgh_Tram_Project\"><\/span><strong>Edinburgh Tram Project<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"619\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Edinburgh-Tram-Project.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-33425\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Edinburgh-Tram-Project.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Edinburgh-Tram-Project-300x186.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Edinburgh-Tram-Project-768x475.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Editorial Credit: Brendan Howard \/ <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/edinburgh-september-23-tramway-under-construction-127534109\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Shutterstock.com<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>The Edinburgh Tram Project aimed to modernize the city&#8217;s public transport but faced numerous issues. Initially budgeted at \u00a3375 million, the final cost was over \u00a31 billion. Mismanagement, political conflicts, and contractual disputes led to significant delays.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Mexico_Citys_Texcoco_Airport\"><\/span><strong>Mexico City\u2019s Texcoco Airport<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"562\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Texcoco-Airport.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-33426\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Texcoco-Airport.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Texcoco-Airport-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Texcoco-Airport-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Editorial Credit: JorgePM \/ <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/mexico-city-18-september-2019-airport-1412628371\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Shutterstock.com<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Mexico City&#8217;s new airport was abruptly canceled after substantial investments were already made. Initially projected at $13 billion, costs soared due to design changes and land acquisition issues. The abrupt cancellation led to financial losses and stranded investments.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Alaskan_Way_Viaduct_Replacement\"><\/span><strong>Alaskan Way Viaduct Replacement<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Alaskan-Way-Viaduct-Replacement.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-33427\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Alaskan-Way-Viaduct-Replacement.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Alaskan-Way-Viaduct-Replacement-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Alaskan-Way-Viaduct-Replacement-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Editorial Credit: Rey Rodriguez \/ <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/seattle-wa-june-10-2019-construction-1927235438\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Shutterstock.com<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Seattle\u2019s project to replace the aging Alaskan Way Viaduct with a tunnel faced numerous challenges. Cost overruns pushed the budget from $2.8 billion to over $4 billion. Technical difficulties with the tunnel boring machine caused lengthy delays.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Istanbul_New_Airport\"><\/span><strong>Istanbul New Airport<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"624\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Istanbul-New-Airport.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-33428\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Istanbul-New-Airport.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Istanbul-New-Airport-300x187.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Istanbul-New-Airport-768x479.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Editorial Credit: Ancapital \/ <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/istanbul-turkey-october-19-2021-turkish-2088046132\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Shutterstock.com<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Despite its grand ambitions, Istanbul\u2019s new airport faced severe financial issues. Initial costs of $12 billion swelled due to construction delays and operational challenges. The rapid expansion led to logistical problems and increased maintenance costs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Torontos_Union_Pearson_Express\"><\/span><strong>Toronto\u2019s Union Pearson Express<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"563\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Union-Pearson-Express.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-33429\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Union-Pearson-Express.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Union-Pearson-Express-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Union-Pearson-Express-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Editorial Credit: Labrynthe \/ <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/toronto-canada-may-2018-metrolinxs-union-1192379875\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Shutterstock.com<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>The high-speed rail link between Toronto\u2019s Union Station and Pearson Airport faced significant cost overruns. Originally budgeted at $456 million, final costs exceeded $500 million. Lower-than-expected ridership led to revenue shortfalls.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Stuttgart_21\"><\/span><strong>Stuttgart 21<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Stuttgart-21.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-33430\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Stuttgart-21.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Stuttgart-21-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Stuttgart-21-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Stuttgart-21-728x364.jpg 728w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Editorial Credit: Markus Mainka \/ <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/stuttgart-21-construction-site-new-railway-2214214399\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Shutterstock.com<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Germany&#8217;s Stuttgart 21 rail project aimed to transform Stuttgart\u2019s central station. Initially estimated at \u20ac4.5 billion, costs ballooned to over \u20ac8 billion. Technical challenges, environmental concerns, and public opposition slowed progress.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Honolulu_Rail_Transit\"><\/span><strong>Honolulu Rail Transit<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"623\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Honolulu-Rail-Transit.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-33431\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Honolulu-Rail-Transit.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Honolulu-Rail-Transit-300x187.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Honolulu-Rail-Transit-768x478.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Editorial Credit: Brave Behind the Lenz \/ <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/honolulu-hawaii-usa-february-24-2024-2434438549\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Shutterstock.com<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Honolulu\u2019s rail project faced extensive delays and cost overruns. Originally projected at $5.2 billion, the cost has soared to over $9 billion. Mismanagement, land acquisition issues, and construction challenges plagued the project. The financial burden led to increased taxes and public frustration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Sydney_Light_Rail\"><\/span><strong>Sydney Light Rail<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"668\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Sydney-Light-Rail.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-33432\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Sydney-Light-Rail.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Sydney-Light-Rail-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Sydney-Light-Rail-768x513.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Editorial Credit: Marco Huang12 \/ <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/sydney-nsw-australia-01-02-2020-1632895288\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Shutterstock.com<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>The Sydney Light Rail project faced significant financial challenges. Initially budgeted at $1.6 billion, costs rose to $2.9 billion. Legal disputes, construction delays, and unforeseen technical issues led to the overruns.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Scotlands_Queensferry_Crossing\"><\/span><strong>Scotland&#8217;s Queensferry Crossing<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"573\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Queensferry-Crossing.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-33433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Queensferry-Crossing.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Queensferry-Crossing-300x172.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Queensferry-Crossing-768x440.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Editorial Credit: Babetts Bildergalerie \/ <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/sydney-nsw-australia-01-02-2020-1632895288\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Shutterstock.com<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>The Queensferry Crossing over the Firth of Forth faced substantial cost overruns. Initially estimated at \u00a3790 million, the final cost exceeded \u00a31.35 billion. Delays due to weather and technical issues compounded the financial strain. As a result, the project has been criticized for poor planning and management.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Californias_East_Span_of_the_Bay_Bridge\"><\/span><strong>California&#8217;s East Span of the Bay Bridge<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/East-Span-of-the-Bay-Bridge.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-33435\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/East-Span-of-the-Bay-Bridge.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/East-Span-of-the-Bay-Bridge-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/East-Span-of-the-Bay-Bridge-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Editorial Credit: Radoslaw Lecyk \/ <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/san-francisco-ca-september-12-cars-93655393\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Shutterstock.com<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>The replacement of the East Span of the Bay Bridge faced significant cost overruns and delays. Originally estimated at $1.4 billion, the final cost was over $6.5 billion. Design changes, construction flaws, and safety concerns contributed to the escalating costs. The project has been heavily criticized for its financial mismanagement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Mumbai_Metro_Line_3\"><\/span><strong>Mumbai Metro Line 3<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"668\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Mumbai-Metro-Line-3.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-33436\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Mumbai-Metro-Line-3.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Mumbai-Metro-Line-3-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Mumbai-Metro-Line-3-768x513.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Editorial Credit: Manoej Paateel \/ <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/mumbaiindia-march-17-2021-general-view-2003538680\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Shutterstock.com<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Mumbai\u2019s Metro Line 3 faced financial difficulties from the outset. Initially projected at \u20b923,000 crore, costs rose to \u20b932,000 crore. Land acquisition issues, environmental concerns, and construction delays plagued the project.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This article originally appeared on&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/13-transportation-projects-that-turned-into-financial-disasters\/\">MyCarMakesNoise<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"More_from_MyCarMakesNoise\"><\/span>More from MyCarMakesNoise<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>20 Key Questions to Ask at the Dealership Before Buying a Car<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/How-many-previous-owners.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-27533\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/How-many-previous-owners.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/How-many-previous-owners-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/How-many-previous-owners-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Editorial Credit: Dusan Petkovic \/&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/smiling-car-seller-standing-salon-customer-2061821273\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Shutterstock.com<\/a><br><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Buying a car is a significant investment, and it\u2019s crucial to gather as much information as possible before making a decision. To ensure you\u2019re fully informed and confident with your purchase, here are essential questions to ask your car dealer.&nbsp;<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/20-questions-you-need-to-ask-your-car-dealer-before-you-buy\/\">Read More<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"18_Obscure_Concept_Cars_That_Never_Made_It_to_Market\"><\/span>18 Obscure Concept Cars That Never Made It to Market<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Mazda-Furai.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-8566\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Mazda-Furai.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Mazda-Furai-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Mazda-Furai-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Editorial Credit:&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Shutterstock.com<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Concept cars often push the boundaries of design and technology, showcasing what the future of the automotive world could look like. However, not all these innovative vehicles make it to the production line.&nbsp;<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/obscure-concept-cars-that-never-made-it-to-market\/\">Read More<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"12_Rare_Military_Vehicles_Collectors_Dream_About\"><\/span>12 Rare Military Vehicles Collectors Dream About<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/M50-Ontos-Tank-Destroyer.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-31639\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/M50-Ontos-Tank-Destroyer.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/M50-Ontos-Tank-Destroyer-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/M50-Ontos-Tank-Destroyer-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Editorial Credit:&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Shutterstock.com<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>For military vehicle enthusiasts, the thrill of discovering rare and unique models is unparalleled. These collectors often dream about acquiring the most elusive and historically significant military vehicles. <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/rare-military-vehicles-collectors-dream-about\/\">Read More<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Transportation projects are often ambitious undertakings meant to improve our lives, but sometimes they can go terribly wrong. 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