Much to delight of railway enthusiasts, diesel engines clag and snarl and belch out fumes, much to the consternation of just wanted to get to work on time. While the majority of high-speed railway ...

Behind more than 70 million high-speed rail services a year lies a web of safety systems. At nearly 200 mph, even a single failure can have dramatic consequences.

For most Americans, trains are less a part of their daily lives than they are a part of the nation's history. When most people think of trains, they likely recall seeing steam engine locomotives in ...

America’s fastest train has arrived. ‘NextGen Acela’ made its public debut on August 27, delivering modern design, more seats and an enhanced passenger experience. Hailed as a leap forward for ...