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“[O]ur new Acela trains will help revolutionize American train travel.”
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Amtrak travelers will experience a more modern ride when the new Acela trains enter service next year, according to Stephen Gardner, Amtrak president and CEO.
“Between the sleek design of their interiors, state-of-the-art technology, sustainable amenities, and innovative safety features, our new Acela trains will help revolutionize American train travel,” Gardner said in a statement.
Amtrak’s new fleet of high-speed Acela trains will service the Northeast Corridor beginning in 2023. The trains were supposed to debut in 2021, but were delayed by the COVID-19 pandemic and compatibility problems on the Northeast Corridor.
Amtrak and its supplier, Alstom, revealed the interior of the trains this week. Take a look inside.
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First class seats have red trim and business class seats sport blue trim. The first class seats provide more space, leg room, and personal tray tables, according to Amtrak.
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There are 378 business class seats on each train, which offer personal outlets, USB ports, and adjustable reading lights at every seat. There is also a streamlined overhead luggage compartment.
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Business class amenities include an advanced seat reservation system, head rests with wings, sleek tray tables, complimentary WiFi, and an onboard info system providing location, train speed, and conductor announcements.
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Guests will head to the Café Car for food and beverages. The set-up offers a self-select and check-out option, as well as a standing room area with hip rests, electrical outlets for charging, and digital screens. Guests can also recycle items in the trash area.
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The restrooms, which have a 60-inch diameter turning radius, were designed with accessibility in mind and include a changing table, touches features, and an automatic door.
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