03/07/2025
China’s new maglev train prototype, designed to hit 620 mph (1,000 km/h), is the fastest ground transport system in the world. By combining magnetic levitation with a low-vacuum tunnel, this system dramatically reduces both ground friction and air resistance, enabling jet-like speeds without ever leaving the ground.
Early tests in a 2-kilometer vacuum pipeline have shown promise, with engineers eyeing intercity routes that could rival commercial flights in speed—while being quieter, cleaner, and potentially more efficient. This leap positions China at the frontier of next-gen transportation technology.
