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    Cool Rides on Rails: Maglevs, Pod Cars, and More
    Cool Rides on Rails: Maglevs, Pod Cars, and More
    Cool Rides on Rails: Maglevs, Pod Cars, and More
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    Cool Rides on Rails: Maglevs, Pod Cars, and More

    By Tyler Omoth

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    Trains and other vehicles that travel on rails and tracks have been around for hundreds of years. While most of these are for transportation, roller coasters and a few others are just for fun!  Find out how maglev trains use magnets to reach speeds of more than 250 miles per hour. Discover what it's like to travel in a pod car, and learn how the world's wildest roller coasters live up to their scream-worthy rankings. See the most awesome rides on tracks and rails!
    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherCapstone Young Readers
    Release dateAug 1, 2020
    ISBN9781977146984
    Cool Rides on Rails: Maglevs, Pod Cars, and More

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