High-speed, wifi, and bike storage to boot are coming to Michigan 's trains.
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"Amtrak and the state of Michigan plan to invest millions of dollars over the coming years to improve service on the state's three passenger train lines, resulting in quicker trips and more amenities for travelers.
Upgraded tracks between Kalamazoo and Dearborn will allow trains to travel up to 110 mph in that area...
Most passenger trains through Michigan travel at a top speed of 80 mph, so the track improvements between Kalamazoo and Dearborn will be noticeable.
To draw passengers, Amtrak opened up space for bicycle storage on its Blue Water line. Packing a bike costs a passenger an extra $10. The Michigan Department of Transportation also will spend about $1 million to bring Wi-Fi to the three lines by January."
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