Overview

• Amtrak will deploy five NextGen Acela trainsets in revenue service beginning August 28 on the Northeast Corridor between Washington, D.C., New York City and Boston.
• The new trainsets will feature a top operating speed of 160 mph and 27 percent more seating capacity per departure compared with the legacy Acela fleet.
• Onboard upgrades include free high-speed 5G Wi-Fi, individual power outlets, reading lights, ergonomic seating with winged headrests and an active tilt system for a smoother ride.
• Assembled by Alstom in Hornell, New York, the NextGen Acela program supported roughly 15,000 jobs and sourced components from over 180 suppliers across 29 states.
• Amtrak will operate the existing Acela fleet alongside the new trains until all 28 NextGen trainsets enter service through the end of 2027.