Amtrak's new NextGen Acela to debut Aug. 28: Routes between DC, Philly, NYC

Amtrak's New High-speed Acela Trains Launch This Month—What Travelers Should Know

The NextGen Acela will offer smoother rides, better seating, and elevated onboard dining between Boston and Washington, D.C.Amtrak An artist illustration of an Amtrak Acela train.The countdown is on for a major railroad revival. On Aug. 28, Amtrak will launch its brand-new NextGen Acela trains, debuting the company's newest generation of high-speed cars. The rail company will roll out 28 larger trains through 2027, each offering upgraded ameniti…

NextGen Acela to debut, putting Philly at center of high-speed rail push – Metro Philadelphia

When former President Joe Biden unveiled his $1.9 trillion infrastructure plan in 2021, he found the perfect place to go public: Philadelphia’s 30th Street Station rail yard. Over the din of crackling wires and grumbling engines, the president made his case for revitalizing the country’s roads, ports, airports and rail lines. Behind Biden sat rows of gleaming Amtrak trains. Among them was a prototype of NextGen Acela, a sleek machine engineered …

Amtrak's new high-speed NextGen Acela trains to debut this month

Amtrak's new high-speed NextGen Acela trains to debut this month

Amtrak's new NextGen Acela to debut Aug. 28: Routes between DC, Philly, NYC

Amtrak is gearing up to launch its new NextGen Acela fleet, which promises to revolutionize train travel on the Northeast Corridor. Starting Thursday, August 28, the first of 28 new trains will begin service, connecting Washington, D.C., New York City, and Philadelphia.

The New NextGen Acela Trains Promise Faster Travel And More Seats – But Arrive As US Rail Faces An Uncertain Future

Former President Joe Biden delivers remarks at an Amtrak 50th anniversary event in Philadelphia in 2021.(Patrick Semansky / AP Photo) (Courtesy of Amtrak) (Courtesy of Amtrak) Red headrests distinguish first-class cars from business class on the NextGen Acela trains.(Courtesy of Amtrak) By David AlffThe ConversationWhen former President Joe Biden unveiled his US$1.9 trillion infrastructure plan in 2021, he found the perfect place to go public: P…

Amtrak Rolling Out New High-Speed Trains: What Northeast Travelers Should Know

New high-speed trains are about to be available for travelers along the Northeast Corridor.Amtrak will launch five NextGen Acela trains on Thursday, Aug. 28. The upgraded high-speed train will connect major cities like Boston, New York City, Philadelphia, and Washington, DC.The new trains offer 27% more seats per departure, along with expanded weekday and weekend schedules."NextGen Acela is more than a new train — it's an evolution of travel," s…