Every few years, the debate resurfaces: why doesn't the U.S. have high-speed trains like Japan, France, or China? With speeds reaching up to 220 mph, high-speed rail is a standard mode of transportation in many countries, offering quick, efficient journeys across vast distances. Yet, in America, trains like Amtrak average just 70 mph on major routes. Why can't we simply run high-speed trains on existing tracks?

In this episode, we dive into the fascinating technical, historical, and economic reasons why America's aging rail infrastructure can't support true high-speed rail. From outdated track geometry and freight conflicts to regulatory challenges, we explore the obstacles standing in the way of America’s fast rail future. Plus, we look at the emerging projects and realistic solutions that could finally bring high-speed rail to the U.S.

Want a free year of access to all my courses?Use the code below at the following link to get access to Expedition Money for FREE for an entire year ($1,200 value): https://expedition.money/subscription...Free Access Code: FREEXMYEAR---- Get a copy of my book, AMAZING MONEY STORIES here! https://geni.us/R7ef--- ▶ How I Make A Six-Figure Income On YouTube Book: https://geni.us/UZ2bnyd▶ How To Get Out Of Debt Fast Book: https://geni.us/HeWdQi1▶ Rethink Money Book: https://geni.us/O1tcs▶ Amazing Money Stories Book: https://geni.us/R7ef▶ Just The Essential Disney Hacks Book: https://geni.us/cYZO3T0▶ Living The Dream: 5 Strategies That Changed My Life Book: https://geni.us/dxPr▶ Discovering Travel Bliss: Insider Secrets for Transforming Ordinary Trips into Joyful Journeys Book: https://geni.us/QzzEgjo▶ Money Is Factscinating: Fascinating Money Facts, History, Stories & Trivia Book: https://geni.us/LckBTAX -DISCOVER FINANCIAL INDEPENDENCE:▶ Podcast: https://geni.us/N79P5UC▶ My Amazon Store: https://amzn.to/3rcRvrX -IF YOU'D LIKE TO SHOW SOME LOVE:▶ Buy My Book: https://amzn.to/3PpUsid▶ Merch: https://geni.us/fsYNIkcFOLLOW MY OTHER SOCIAL MEDIA PLATFORMS:▶ Instagram:   / expedition.money  ▶ Facebook:   / expeditionmoney  ▶ X:   / expeditionmoney  ▶ LinkedIn:   / expeditionmoney