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World Speed Survey 2001: Speeds improve, but no changes at the top

By Dr Colin Taylor 2001-10-01T10:00:00

Over 20 countries now operate passenger services at over 120 km/h, with 10 countries exceeding 150 km/h. In our biennial survey of the world's fastest journeys, Dr Colin Taylor finds there are no changes in the top slots, though TGV Méditerranée brings France closer to Japan's lead. Most changes lie ...

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