Amtrak’s revamped app makes it easier to find your train status

is a news writer fond of the electric vehicle lifestyle and things that plug in via USB-C. He spent over 15 years in IT support before joining The Verge. Amtrak is revamping its mobile app to include more helpful features like making it easier to look up schedule changes and track your train’s progression from station to station. The changes come as Amtrak campaigns to attract customers and encourage them to travel by train instead of cars and planes. Amtrak’s app already helped riders plan their ride, purchase tickets, display eTickets, manage Amtrak Guest Rewards, and more. Now, the new app displays train status and schedule changes right on the reservation screen (within 24 hours of the trip) so it’s easier to find. Riders on business class like Acela (or other assigned seating trains) can also now use the app to choose preferred seating during the booking process. Based on customer feedback, Amtrak also updated the homescreen to separate tickets from marketing info and messages. ... Read full article.