>>1114306Honestly, I'd just upgrade the tracks to allow 200km/h operation and double track them to avoid getting stuck with freight trains. I'd like to see a expansive network of semi-high speed trains between Chicago and midwestern cities like St. Louis, Indianapolis, Lafayette etc.
Also, doesn't those Brightline (or those Charger-locos on the ends) run 125 mph?
I'm not American, just imagining a better America here from Europe. Many people tend to think that for example Germany has a huge high-speed network but actually they are just upgraded lines that allow 200km/h speeds instead.
Acela would be a much more faster and popular service if it could run 125mph whole route.
