China has some of the fastest – and busiest – trains in the world. But despite having some of the same technology, the U.S. has struggled to develop its own high-speed rail. WSJ explores the barriers hindering its development. Photo Illustration: Mike Janson
Updated Sept. 6, 2023 12:02 am ETChina has some of the fastest trains in the world. Despite having some of the same technology, the U.S. has struggled to develop its own high-speed rail. Photo illustration: Mike Janson
WASHINGTON—In the halls of Congress and the expense-account lunch haunts nearby, two European conglomerates are waging rival campaigns for a $12 billion train to Las Vegas, hoping to finally make a big business out of high-speed rail in America.Continue reading your article with
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