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The infrastructure bill calls for the largest investment in passenger rail since the creation of Amtrak. Pictured, Union Station in Denver.

Infrastructure bill invests big in Amtrak, creates post of tourism officerThe U.S. House of Representatives passed a $1.2 trillion bill that is set not only to overhaul roads, bridges, airports and rail but will create the position of chief travel and tourism officer.

Avis Budget's Q3 revenue reached $3 billion, nearly double the figure for 2020 and 9% above 2019.

Avis Budget reports record earningsThe car rental company said net income was $674 million and adjusted EBITDA was $1.06 billion.

NFL quarterback Tom Brady is serving as spokesman for Hertz's ad campaign for electric-vehicle rentals.

Hertz orders 100K Tesla electric vehiclesCustomers will be able to rent a Tesla Model 3 at Hertz locations in major U.S. markets as well as in select cities in Europe.

Florida's Brightline high-speed train between Miami and West Palm Beach that has been suspended since mid-2020 will resume passenger service Nov. 6.

Improved Brightline high-speed train restarting in FloridaSuspended since mid-2020, the rail service has added several new features, including new food and beverage options and complimentary door-to-door transportation.

J.D. Power found that the average daily rental fee this summer was $90.40.

J.D. Power study reveals falling satisfaction with car rental companiesHigher prices and long lines at the airport have caused the decline, says J.D. Power.

Hertz names Mark Fields interim CEO

Hertz names Mark Fields interim CEOThe former Ford chief takes on the top executive role, while previous CEO Paul Stone was named president and chief operations officer.

The Colorado River snakes its way 2,000 feet below Dead Horse Point State Park near Moab, Utah.

Rocky Mountaineer makes fresh tracks in the U.S.The Canadian luxury rail travel operator just introduced a Rockies to the Red Rocks itinerary, its first route that takes place entirely in the U.S.

All staff will be fully vaccinated when the Brightline high-speed train returns to service in November.

Florida Brightline train plans November returnThe high-speed rail service returns with a number of safety measures in place, including prepackaged foods, touchless bathrooms and electronic tickets.

The November 2020 approval of the measure was a victory for ride-hailing companies, who spent millions to promote it.

California court rules Prop 22 unconstitutional, dealing blow to Uber, LyftThe ballot measure, approved by California voters in November 2020, classified gig workers as independent contractors.

The Thalys high-speed train.

Delta enables Thalys train bookingsPassengers flying to Amsterdam have the option to book high-speed train trips to Brussels and Antwerp.

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