From early trackless trams to the military’s obsession with Arctic logistics, we trace the strange evolution of trains that never needed rails. The story centers on R.G. LeTourneau and his ...

Five new Amtrak trains will begin rolling out between Washington, DC, New York and Boston at top speeds of 160 mph starting Thursday. The inaugural NextGen Acela ride is taking off from Washington’s ...

WASHINGTON — Your next Amtrak trip could feature a big upgrade. Amtrak debuted its new NextGen Acela trains on Thursday. Here's what commuters need to know. The ...

As a frequent rider on Amtrak’s Acela, which connects the Northeast Corridor between Washington, D.C., New York City, and Boston, I’m happy to announce that high-speed rail travel between Boston and ...