This volume serves as a comprehensive status report and technical reference for the state of light rail infrastructure across North America in 1993. Author Mac Sabree compiles a detailed survey of existing transit systems, proposed developments, and rolling stock inventories to provide a snapshot of urban mobility during a pivotal era of transit expansion. The text functions as both a historical record and a practical guide for transit enthusiasts and urban planners interested in the operational landscape of the early 1990s.

The text provides a dense, technical overview that serves as a primary source for researchers interested in the evolution of North American public transit. Its focus on specific operational data and historical system maps makes it a valuable reference for those studying the development of urban rail infrastructure.