Overview

• Inaugural rides departed from Moynihan Train Hall as five new trainsets entered revenue service between Boston, New York and Washington.
• The trains are certified to 160 mph, add about 27% more seats, and feature wider seating, faster 5G Wi‑Fi, and power at every seat.
• Amtrak plans to field all 28 trainsets by 2027, with the new fleet assembled in upstate New York.
• The rollout follows years of delay tied to pandemic disruptions and extensive testing required for the Northeast Corridor’s aging infrastructure.
• Federal officials announced a $7 billion Penn Station overhaul led by Andy Byford with a $43 million grant to secure a developer, and DOT also moved to oversee Washington’s Union Station as the administration voices support for U.S. high‑speed rail.