[US / Expert] Amtrak tests Siemens Chargers on long-distance routes

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At the end of 2018, Amtrak has placed an order for 75 Charger locomotives destined to replace aging GE Genesis locomotives on long-distance services. At the end of January 2020, we witnessed the first real test with Charger locomotives in combination with such long-distance trains.

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