VIA Rail

[Admiral Beez]

Considering that Amtrak (and Amtrak California) have also done the same with their new trainsets, it seems that someone has crunched the numbers and figured that in the long run it is worthwhile.

From today’s NYT on Amtrak’s new sets. Click to enlarge.

 

[Trackside_Treasure]

So isn't it good that there are more available than required?

I'm not sure there are.

 

[nfitz]

From today’s NYT on Amtrak’s new sets. Click to enlarge.

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Interesting - here's the URL for those with poorer eyesight - https://www.nytimes.com/2026/02/13/travel/amtrak-new-train-airo.html

 

[reaperexpress]

What's wrong with the Ventures? The first of a three-part series covering the past three years. This is the shortest post including some additional information and terms.

VIA Venture Mechanical Delay Reports - 2023

I'm finally able to provide some specifics on the serviceability of VIA's Siemens Venture trainsets. I've been not-so-patiently waiting - fo...

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This is a phenomenal piece of journalism. Thank you so much for your efforts - I can't wait to see parts two and three!