All about the fastest trains in the world

The advent of the modern passenger train has transformed the ways we travel the world. Of course, technology has continued to advance since the introduction of these “iron horses” during the middle 19th century. Some trains are built with speed in mind, which means that journeys, which in years gone by would take days to complete, now take mere hours.  What are some of the fastest trains in the world and what features will they provide to the average passenger? Let us take a look at a handful of examples.  The Fuxing Hao  Roughly translated to “rejuvenation” in English, the Fuxing Hao is able to reach speeds of 249 miles per hour; not bad for those who wish to travel between Beijing and Shanghai in under five hours. The train is able to accommodate 556 passengers and its speed has halved the amount of time that would normally be required to travel between these two cities. Whether used for business or pleasure, there is no doubt that the Fuxing Hao will impress any rider.  The Shanghai Maglev  As this train is able to attain blistering speeds of up to 500 kilometres per hour (267 miles per hour), the Shanghai Maglev is currently considered to be the fastest commuter rail car on the planet. As the title suggests, this unit employs the force of magnetic levitation in order to propel passengers between locations. This also signifies that the ride itself is extremely smooth when compared to traditional gauged tracks. Still, this technology came at a price…. Read More