# Sleek Speed Trains The Priestmangoode 'Mercury' Train Tops Off at 225 MPH By Meghan Young | Published 2010-07-16 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/priestmangoode-mercury References: [priestmangoode](http://www.priestmangoode.com/transport/) If the Internet hasn't proved this fact already, it's all about speed these days, and the Priestmangoode 'Mercury' train plans to bring it in full force. Currently in the concept stage, it was recently unveiled in the UK. Able to top off at the ridiculous speed of 225 mph, the Priestmangoode 'Mercury' train also features a [sophisticated interior](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tgv-inoui) fit for the Queen of England. I wonder if Japan will have something up their sleeves to dethrone this [blazing design](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cetrovo-10-carbon-star-rapid-rail). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.9/10 - Popularity: 70% | Activity: 68% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Hyper-speed Transportation:** Opportunity for innovation in creating faster and more efficient modes of transportation. - **Luxury High-speed Trains:** Opportunity for innovation in creating high-speed trains with premium interior design. - **Commuter Rail Services:** Opportunity for innovation in creating faster and more comfortable rail services for commuters. ### Who This Affects Most - **Transportation:** Innovations in transportation technology and design to create faster and more comfortable travel options. - **Railway:** Opportunities for railway companies to invest in high-speed trains and improve commuter rail services. - **Interior Design:** Opportunities for interior designers to create cutting-edge designs for high-speed trains and other transportation options. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Panoramic Open-Air Roof Trains](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electric-train.md) - [Small-Profile Bullet Trains](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/small-bullet-trains.md) - [Hydrogen-Powered Hypersonic Airplanes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sky-magnetar.md) - [Hotel Room Vehicle Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mercedes-x-belmond-vision-pullman-express.md) - [Proposed Spanish Speed Trains](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spanish-speed-train.md) - [Enhanced Safety Bullet Trains](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/e10-shinkansen.md) - [Accessible Train Interiors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/priestmangoode-created.md) - [High-Speed Californian Electric Trains](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brightline-rail.md) - [Ultra-Fast One-Person Electric Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/airspeeder-mk4.md)