This screenshot of China's 600 km/h is taken from the CGTB  2022 youtube channel. CGTN is funded in whole or in part by the Chinese government . None show the train travelling at the speeds they suggest. The Hype vs. Reality: Separating Fact from Fiction in High-Speed Rail I have been interested in maglev since the 1986 Expo in Vancouver, BC when Japan's HSST maglev vehicle was showcased. However, maglev never took off as a transit option. In recent years, international media outlets have breathlessly reported that China has developed a revolutionary maglev train capable of reaching 600 kilometers per hour (373 mph). Headlines have proclaimed China's dominance in high-speed rail technology, with some articles suggesting these trains are already operating or on the verge of commercial deployment. However, a closer examination of the evidence reveals a significant gap between the marketing hype and engineering reality. This screenshot from the same CGTB  2022 youtube cha...