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The NextGen Acela trains will run with a top speed of 160 mph, out-speeding the current Acela fleet by 10 mph.
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NextGen Acela high-speed trains for Northeast Corridor travel set to launch Aug. 28
Amtrak recently announced that its NextGen Acela high-speed trains, which connect the Northeast Corridor between Washington, ...
Amtrak’s stunning new 160 mph trains are finally arriving after a 3-year delay. Here’s what’s inside.
After being pushed back several times, passengers can start riding Amtrak's NextGen Acela trains starting Aug. 28, ...
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Amtrak Acela ‘NextGen’—Finally!
The first five of Amtrak’s long-awaited, Alstom-built higher-speed trainset, the “NextGen Acela” (but also called “Acela II,” ...
Today’s audio update: Jersey Shore pizzeria under fire, Amtrak getting new high-speed trains
Hey there New Jersey! Here’s your audio update highlighting controversy at a Wildwood pizzeria and Amtrak’s new high-speed ...
Amtrak Announces Start Date for Next Generation Acela Service After Prolonged Delays
After a prolonged series of delays and missed deadlines, Amtrak has officially set a start date for its fleet of ...
The New Acela Is Launching Soon — Here Are 5 Features to Expect
Here are five new features to expect on the NextGen Acela: ...