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Well, the business model is hard to get right. It's faster than plane and car on medium distances, but capital costs are enormous compared to either. As far as
by tormeh 12y ago
Well, the business model is hard to get right. It's faster than plane and car on medium distances, but capital costs are enormous compared to either. As far as I know HSR can only be directly profitable with insane population density (Japan). I believe it can be a net economic win for society in general, but a certain kind of government and populace is required to consider that kind of argument.
- hackuser 12y ago> Well, the business model is hard to get right. It's faster than plane and car on medium distances, but capital costs are enormous compared to either. Consider the climate impact costs. Part of the problem is that airlines and car owners externalize a significant cost, making those modes of transportation seem relatively less expensive. In reality, everyone else covers those costs.