Chinese engineers have set a new global record with their maglev train, which reached an astonishing speed of 700 km/h in just two seconds, demonstrating the country’s dominance in ultra-high-speed rail technology. The one-ton superconducting train was tested on a 400-meter track at China’s National University of Defense Technology, where it accelerated almost instantly and was safely brought to a stop.
Previous tests had achieved speeds of 648 km/h, but this milestone marks a significant leap in high-speed rail performance. The maglev train uses powerful magnets to levitate above the track, eliminating friction and enabling unprecedented acceleration and speed.
This breakthrough technology could revolutionize long-distance travel, drastically reducing travel times between major cities—potentially allowing journeys like Karachi to Lahore to be completed in just 90 minutes—and shaping the future of transportation worldwide.
