VOICED: Europeans eager to see America build high speed rail

The video discusses the involvement of French firms like Veolia and Alstom in the US transit system, highlighting the need for these companies to localize operations to comply with the Buy America Act. It explores the potential for high-speed rail development in the US, driven by federal investment, and the challenges of adapting European technology to American infrastructure. The video concludes with plans for new high-speed rail lines and the role of foreign firms in this expansion.

Which French multinational is responsible for operating transit systems in cities like DC, Boston, and Las Vegas?

• Alstom

• Veolia

• Peugeot

• Renault

What is a key requirement for foreign companies to succeed in the North American market?

• Hiring only local employees

• Manufacturing all products in France

• Having local roots and acting as a local company

• Offering the lowest prices

What does the Buy America Act require for subway cars?

• They must be designed in France

• They must be built and assembled in the USA

• They must be operated by American companies

• They must be cheaper than European models

What is the main challenge in bringing high-speed rail technology from Europe to the US?

• High-speed trains are not environmentally friendly

• Lack of interest in high-speed trains

• High-speed trains require dedicated infrastructure

• High-speed trains are too expensive

Which cities are planned to be connected by the new high-speed rail lines in the US?

• New York and Chicago

• Miami and Orlando

• LA and San Francisco

• Houston and Dallas