Amtrak Debuts New Acela 2.0 Service The NextGen Acela brings with it faster service and modern improvements. The new trains are expected to offer improved travel experiences for passengers on the heavily-trafficked Northeast Corridor between Boston and Washington, D.C.

Amtrak Debuts New High-Speed Train Service
Meal service on the Amtrak NextGen Acela train. AMTRAK

This is reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.

Amtrak Introduces NextGen Trains

New trains that can travel up to 160 miles an hour are gradually replacing Acela’s original fleet. Already five trains are in service and the full 28 is due to be rolled out by 2027.

Upgrades and Passenger Comfort

All of the NextGen trains are equipped with free 5G Wi-Fi, personal power outlets and USB ports. Meanwhile, passengers also have the advantages of more comfortable seating and more dining. The new model also adds 27% more seats per departure.

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Meanwhile, Roger Harris, president of Amtrak, said the opening was a major moment for American train travel and that the upgrades will enhance the overall travel experience for both daily commuters and leisure travellers.

Infrastructure and Performance

The modernized trains still face speed restrictions because of aging track infrastructure, particularly south of New York City. But recent upgrades to the tracks between Boston and New York have brought trains up to full speed.

Amtrak officials said there will be schedule changes later to facilitate optimun timekeeping. As such, travelers can look forward to travel durations to reduce over time, as the service matures.

Future of High-Speed Rail

High-speed rail has sputtered in the United States, tripped up by financing and regulatory problems. But this most recent launch also suggests a new thrust in the direction of modernization, and a renewed promise to bring patrons faster, better service.

These fleets will eventually fully replace the existing Acela trainsets to offer a consistent experience for passengers who regularly travel the Northeast Corridor line.

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How fast are the new Amtrak train cars?

New Amtrak NextGen trains will achieve speeds of up to 160 mph, making these the fastest U.S. passenger trains running on the Northeast Corridor.

What are some of the facilities provided on the NextGen trains?

Passengers will receive free 5G Wi-Fi, personal power outlets, USB ports, adjustable reading lights and more seating, as well as improved food and beverages.

When will everything about the NextGen trains be operational?

All 28 NextGen trains are expected to be in service by 2027, replacing the existing creaky Acelas currently serving the corridor.

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