Amtrak increases services with next generation trains
The introduction into service of more NextGen Acela trains has allowed Amtrak to increase the number of services they operate.
Tag: USA
Get 30% off train travel this August and September
Amtrak has launched a sale offering a 30% discount on travel on the Northeast Corridor during August and September.
World’s largest steam locomotive helps Philadelphia celebrate Independence Day
On 4th July, America’s 250th Anniversary was celebrated in Philadelphia with the appearance of Union Pacific’s No. 4014 Big Boy.
Massive savings on Train Sim World 6 Add-ons
Dovetail Games has created a diversion from the extreme heat for Train Sim World 6 players by holding a Steam Summer Sale from now until 9th July.
Amtrak video gives more insight into new Airo trains
After unveiling its first new Airo train in February, US rail operator Amtrak has now released a video giving more insight into the locomotive.
Amtrak ready to welcome World Cup fans to Los Angeles
Amtrak is making special arrangements for fans to travel to and from World Cup Final matches taking place in Los Angeles, California.
Book Review: An English Railfan in America: The Heritage Tour by Dave Hewitt
This book covers a wide variety of steam and heritage railway sites and museums throughout the western USA and Connecticut in the east.
Celebrations after upgrades completed at two Amtrak Stations
The completion of upgrades of two stations in Iowa, in the American Midwest, was marked on 28th May, by ribbon-cutting celebrations in both cities.
New Amtrak train leaves Delaware maintenance facility
Amtrak's first Airo trainset, Amtrak is on its way from Bear Maintenance Facility in Bear, Delaware to Seattle.
TV adverts promote Amrak’s next-generation trains
Amtrak has launched new TV advertisements to promote its next-generation Acela trains.