China's 'CR450' train is now the fastest high-speed train in the world, with a record speed of 896 kilometers per hour.

China is once again pushing the limits of high-speed rail with a bullet train that can go from 0 to 217 mph in under 5 minutes and hit speeds of 281 mph.

Amtrak launched a new, faster line of Acela trains on August 28. The NextGen Acela trains can reach a top speed of 160 mph, surpassing the previous fleet by 10 mph. In China, the Fuxing Hao trains ...

Amtrak announced a new, faster line of Acela trains that will begin service starting August 28. The NextGen Acela trains will reach a top speed of 160 mph, surpassing the current fleet by 10 mph. In ...

Get ready to be amazed by the world's top 10 fastest high-speed trains! From Japan to France to China, these trains are ...

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