The first Avelia Liberty sets just entered service on Aug 28. These are the long-delayed replacements for the 20-year-old Acela fleet — built by Alstom in Hornell, NY.
They’ve got 27% more seats, tilting tech for curves, and a higher top speed (160 mph vs 150 before). The old Acela sets launched in 2000, so it’s about time.
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