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Caltrain Begins Testing New Electric Train Along Corridor As It Eyes 2024 Launch
"No major problems arose over the course of testing," the agency said.
July 20, 2022
Caltrain began testing its next generation of trains on its tracks last weekend, as it takes another step closer to moving to an all-electric fleet.
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According to an agency statement, the train underwent clearance testing between the Santa Clara station and the Tamien station in San Jose. The train was outfitted with foam rubber padding to simulate the clearance needed for the new trains and was pulled by a diesel locomotive at five miles per hour.
"No major problems arose over the course of testing," the agency said.
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