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‘The time is right’ for US to catch up on high-speed rail, says British Amtrak exec (www.theguardian.com)

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[–] AllNewTypeFace@leminal.space 3 points 4 months ago

From what I understand, it’s slow because along much of the route it uses legacy rights of way with level crossings. Brightline West will have all new grade-separated right of way, which will allow higher speeds.