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Which route is considered the most important for Amtrak, accounting for 50% of its revenue?
Which route is considered the most important for Amtrak, accounting for 50% of its revenue?
The north-east corridor linking Washington with Boston via Baltimore, Philadelphia and New York City.
What type of trains compete effectively with the airlines for the lucrative business market on the north-east corridor?
What type of trains compete effectively with the airlines for the lucrative business market on the north-east corridor?
Acela Express trains.
What is the main reason for considering plans for a second high-speed corridor in California?
What is the main reason for considering plans for a second high-speed corridor in California?
The impact of higher fuel costs and growing congestion on the highways, at airport terminals, and in the airways.
What is the major bus company in the United States that provides an extensive network of intercity services and bargain fares for foreign tourists?
What is the major bus company in the United States that provides an extensive network of intercity services and bargain fares for foreign tourists?
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What is the name of the semi-public corporation introduced by the federal government in 1970 to operate passenger trains over the network of private railroad companies?
What is the name of the semi-public corporation introduced by the federal government in 1970 to operate passenger trains over the network of private railroad companies?
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What is one of the main obstacles to the introduction of high-speed trains in the United States?
What is one of the main obstacles to the introduction of high-speed trains in the United States?
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