Presidential Campaigns Take to the Rails
November 2, 2012
Trains have long been a part of the campaign trail, carrying presidents and candidates on whistle-stop tours across the country. Since its founding in 1971, Amtrak has been proud to be part of this tradition.
Digging into the Archives: Introducing Amfleet
October 9, 2012
Amtrak declared 1975 "The Year of the Amfleet" in celebration of the stock of new, modern cars that would define the look of the railroad for decades to come.
A Journey Into the Future, 1977
September 21, 2012
With a range of 950 miles and a top rated speed of 125 miles per hour, the sleekly futuristic Turboliners swept passengers into the 21st century in comfort.
Amtrak Year-by-Year: 1976
September 13, 2012
As the nation celebrated its bicentennial, Amtrak gained control of the vital Northeast Corridor and became, according to President and CEO Paul Reistrup, "a full-fledged member of the railroad community."
Digging into the Archives: A Brief History of the Beech Grove Shops
August 27, 2012
Amtrak gained its first major maintenance facility in 1975 when it purchased the Beech Grove, Ind. shops from Penn Central. Today, Beech Grove employees ensure the safety and reliability of the fleet by maintaining high work standards.
Leading the 1977 Steam Excursion Train
August 21, 2012
Locomotive #4449 made one of its last cross-country trips for Amtrak on this once-in-a-lifetime experience.
Amtrak Year-by-Year: 1974-1975
August 9, 2012
Expanded service was the byword for the mid-1970s as Amtrak continued to refine its route map. Intermodal connections with the nation's intercity bus providers also extended Amtrak's reach into numerous communities.
Amtrak Images: The Out-of-Place Cup
July 30, 2012
Looking closely at some of Amtrak's early marketing materials, you might find a few surprises--such as Santa Fe Railway china in a brochure promoting Florida travel.
Amtrak Year-by-Year: 1973
July 16, 2012
The passing of legislation in Congress set the foundation for Amtrak's takeover of the Northeast Corridor, and new locomotives and rolling stock were ordered to replace the existing "Rainbow Fleet" inherited from predecessor railroads.
Digging into the Archives: A look at the Auto Train
June 20, 2012
Offering easy access to central Florida's theme parks and sandy beaches, the Auto Train is one of Amtrak's most popular services.