Europe's Longest Hyperloop Track Opens, Aiming to Transform Transport

The new test track in the Netherlands could herald a new era of high-speed, efficient travel, despite skepticism over its feasibility and cost.

Europe's longest hyperloop test track opens in the Netherlands, sparking renewed interest in the futuristic transport technology.
The 420-meter test track at the European Hyperloop Center features a unique 'lane switch' for testing vehicle course changes at high speed.
Operators aim for a 10,000km network across Europe by 2050, promising travel times like Amsterdam to Barcelona in two hours.
Critics question the feasibility and cost of hyperloop technology, comparing it unfavorably with existing transport infrastructure.
Initial tests with a Dutch-made hyperloop capsule are set to begin, as developers seek government support and funding for expansion.