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I didn't expect them to be able to put all seven segments on one car! Impressive.
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FLEXITY Freedom promotional video for Edmonton:
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09-04-2018, 08:17 PM
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The first Siemens CityVal tests are beginning in Rennes for ligne b at their OMSF (Garage Atelier):
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The trams in Trieste, Italy, can climb steep hills by mating with an extra motive unit that gives them funicular-like climbing ability.
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Another awesome video from my friend Luke:
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10-30-2018, 09:18 PM
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It's the only installation of Transrapid (my heart!!), and it's sad that during the day they only run it at 300 km/h (they save the 430 km/h full-speed runs for rush-hours, mornings and evenings). But it is amazing nevertheless.
My husband and good friend have both ridden it (separately) and both said that it was bumpy. This kills me!!!
The first minute of this is so me:
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Is there a reason they limit the speed?
AFAIK, with traditional trains it's to reduce wear, but I wouldn't think that would apply to a maglev.
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Probably just being cheap, reducing wear and electricity consumption in off-peak. Ridership is really low, sadly.
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My spouse took it this year and didn't find it to be bumpy. Also not crowded.
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