From Hand Tools to "Ding Dings" 🎶
Ever wondered who keeps Hong Kong’s iconic double-decker trams turning heads—and wheels? These bright green "Ding Dings" make up the world’s largest active fleet of hand-built double-deckers, recognized by the Guinness World Record.
Hidden behind the scenes at Whitty Street depot is a team of 90 craftsmen, the real MVPs of Hong Kong’s transit game. Armed with decades-old motors, century-old controllers, and a mountain of spare parts, they repair and reassemble each tram piece by piece—like reviving your favorite retro arcade machine.
Our reporter Huang Fei takes you inside to experience the craftsmanship, passion, and heritage that go into every "Ding Ding". Riding one isn’t just a trip—it’s a ride through time and culture on rails! 🚋✨
Reference(s):
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