| The Obama administration today released its list of rail corridors under consideration for high speed rail and Michigan's Wolverine line, which runs from Pontiac, Michigan to Chicago is one of them.
Considering that it takes over six hours to make the run (if no freight trains get in your way) this could help revitalize the economics of that transit corridor for Michigan.
Not including the jobs this could mean for Michigan in building this rail system.
It is also a much greener alternative to flying or driving.
The new train could reach speeds of 150 mphs, with a dedicated rail line (no more freight delays) and fewer stops long the way. This could conceivably cut down the transit time from Pontiac to Chicago from the 6 hours and 28 minutes to roughly two hours...
Let's hope that the Chicago Hub Network gets the go ahead. This state needs it! |
