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Amtrak to debut faster Acela trains with more seats and amenities along the Northeast Corridor

The NextGen Acela fleet will boast new amenities and a smoother, faster ride, reaching top speeds of 160 mph — 10 mph faster ...

The New Acela Is Launching Soon, and Here Are 5 New Features to Expect

Amtrak plans to deploy 28 new trains through 2027, starting with five at launch. As the launch date approaches, Amtrak says it will release information about how customers can specifically book the ...

Amtrak NextGen Acela built in Hornell ready for historic launch. Here's when.

"History will be made with the debut of NextGen Acela as we launch a new standard for American train travel," Amtrak said.

Amtrak: New trains serving Wilmington capable of 160 mph with improved comfort

Amtrak's "NextGen Acela" trains are scheduled to debut from Boston to Washington, D.C., on Aug. 28, including Wilmington.
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Acela upgrade means faster Boston-to-D.C. travel

Amtrak's redesigned NextGen Acela train service is coming later this month to South Station and the rest of the Boston-to-D.C. corridor. Why it matters: The August 28 launch will be an upgrade to the ...

Amtrak's Biggest Upgrade in Decades Announces Start Date After Prolonged Delays

After a prolonged series of delays and missed deadlines, Amtrak has officially set a start date for its fleet of ...