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Historical Book on Bombardier's High-Speed JetTrain Released

 

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Groundbreaking Book Unveils the Untold Story of Bombardier's High-Speed JetTrain: A Lost Vision of North American Rail Innovation

CAMBRIDGE, ONTARIO - December 18, 2024 -  High Speed Rail Canada founder Paul Langan reveals the compelling narrative behind Bombardier's revolutionary JetTrain in his latest book, offering unprecedented insights into a transformative moment in North American rail transportation.

Bombardier JetTrain
Bombardier's JetTrain

Book Highlights: The JetTrain's Promising Journey

In 2002, Bombardier introduced the JetTrain, a cutting-edge locomotive designed to:

  • Reach unprecedented speeds of 240 km/h on existing tracks
  • Potentially revolutionize passenger rail transportation
  • Demonstrate Canadian engineering excellence

Why This Book Matters for Transportation Enthusiasts and Industry Professionals

Langan's meticulously researched 112-page book provides:

  • Comprehensive archival research
  • Exclusive interview with Bombardier's former High-Speed Rail Vice-President
  • Critical analysis of political challenges in transportation development

"Understanding our past transportation failures is crucial for designing future high-speed rail networks," says Langan. "The JetTrain story is more than historical documentation—it's a blueprint for innovation."

The Lost Potential of High-Speed Rail

Despite an ambitious promotional campaign across Canada and the United States, the JetTrain project was discontinued by 2005. Langan's book explores the complex political and economic factors that contributed to its premature end.

Book Insights

  • Detailed chronology of the JetTrain project
  • Political barriers in cross-border transportation development
  • Lessons for future high-speed rail initiatives

About the Author: A Voice in Transportation History

Paul Langan has established himself as a leading chronicler of history including:

  • Authored over 30 books on historical topics
  • Founder of High Speed Rail Canada
  • Decades-long knowledge on past Canadian high-speed rail studies
Bombardier JetTrain Controls
Bombardier JetTrain Controls

Availability and Access

Now Available Worldwide

  • Platform: Amazon Paperback
  • Genre: Transportation History, Engineering Innovation
  • Language: English
  • Page Count: 112 pages

Contact and Media Inquiries

Paul Langan Author website - https://paullangan.com  High Speed Rail Canada Website: https://highspeedrailcanada.com 

For media queries, review copies, or interview requests, please contact: Paul Langan, highspeedrailcanada@yahoo.ca.

Note to Media: Comprehensive press kit and high-resolution images available upon request.

Meta Description: Discover the untold story of Bombardier's JetTrain in Paul Langan's groundbreaking book. Explore the lost potential of North American high-speed rail innovation.

Tags: #HighSpeedRail #TransportationHistory #BombardierJetTrain #RailInnovation

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