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Amtrak’s NextGen Acela highspeed trains are set to debut this month after years of delays.

New faster Acela trains will begin revenue service on August 28 along the Northeast Corridor between Washington, New York and Boston, Amtrak announced on Thursday.

“In just a few weeks, history will be made with the debut of NextGen Acela as we launch a new standard for American train travel,” said Amtrak President Roger Harris, in a statement.

Five of the new trainsets will be part of the initial launch, with a total of 28 expected to enter service by 2027.

Amtrak says the new trains will allow for 27% more seats per departure. The seats will feature individual power outlets, reading lights and winged headrests for comfort and privacy. The trains

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