Another driver helped him get out of the car, but the Kia was hit by the train, caught fire and declared a total loss. The Amtrak train didn't sustain any damage, officials report.

There's a huge difference between the cafe car and the dining car. Passengers in every class can buy food in the cafe car, but the dining car is only available to and complimentary for those who ...

The Boston-Washington route is one of Amtrak's most popular, but a little farther south, the railroad also runs a unique service that caters to travelers who want to bring their car along as well.