China Launches a Train Faster Than a Plane China stunned the world by unveiling next-generation ultra-high-speed rail technology capable of reaching speeds that can rival—and in some cases outperform—short-haul air travel when factoring in airport delays and security checks. Using advanced magnetic levitation (maglev), aerodynamics, and lightweight materials, these trains are designed to move passengers at extraordinary speeds while remaining energy-efficient and electrically powered. Important