Long-distance trainset for Malaysia unveiled
https://www.railwaygazette.com/traction-and-rolling-stock/long-distance-trainset-for-malaysia-unveiled/66732.article
Malaysia seems to be concentrating on electrification, double tracking, and raising train speed. So, it makes sense that extension of such sections may require more trains to maintain train frequency.
But, I wonder if trains running at 160km/h at most can be competitive against vehicles on highway.
