Brightline West Launches $12 Billion High-Speed Rail Project from Southern California to Las Vegas
Brightline West is rolling out a $12 billion high-speed rail project connecting Southern California to the Las Vegas Strip, showcasing the sleek American Pioneer 220 electric trains this week. Designed by Siemens Mobility, these advanced trains are anticipated to reach speeds of up to 220 mph, allowing passengers to travel from Rancho Cucamonga to Las Vegas in under two hours.
Siemens plans to open a new manufacturing facility in the U.S. to produce a fleet of ten seven-car sets, expanding their current operations in Sacramento and ensuring maintenance services in Sloan, Nevad