Passengers on Amtrak trains in the Northeast Corridor and Pennsylvania will soon be seeing new Siemens trains that can reportedly go up to 125 MPH. The trains are not only faster than the current 25-35-year-old trains, they are also ultra-efficient and capable of sending back power to the grid when braking. Finally! Maybe it’s time [...]
The Big Picture has posted an entire series of images all about trains. I love it! Photo: Fabian Bimmer/Reuters
Man I really wish I was in NYC this weekend for the Grand Centennial Parade of Trains at Grand Central. The 2-day event is free and will include 16 historic train cars parked on tracks 34-37 at Grand Central. There’s also a model train collectible show as well as tons of activities aimed for the [...]
I want to be this kid for a day. His enthusiasm for trains is just wonderful. I don’t think people realize it or think about it often, but trains are magical things. This kid knows what I’m talking about. Video by Gavin Beck.
Whitestone Motion Pictures produced this wonderful short called John Henry and The Railroad about the story of a former slave named John Henry and his incredible journey in building a railroad. Even when put up against some unbelievable odds, John Henry persevered and pushed on, eventually making it to the land he was promised after [...]
I am bookmarking this site called RR Picture Archives because it is a treasure trove of train-related goodies. If you like mechanical cabooses, then you will want to bookmark this site too. So many cool photos!
