Evacuated Tube Transport: Around the World in Just Six Hours?

How really viable this tube would be is up for debate.  Though the concept did grab my attention while surfing the net and checking out different news sites.  On the surface it is at leas intriguing to think about being able to go around the world in just six hours.  The main idea is to cut the time and cut building costs as it compares to high speed trains.  I have often wondered why the U.S. hasn't adopted a high speed train system up until now.  This tube transport alternative may be worth seriously considering once some more in depth studies are done.  Truthfully, and just like the one commercial back in 2000 or 2001, I was promised flying cars!  Where are all the flying cars?  I want my flying cars!  LOL  Enjoy video at the link below

http://digg.com/newsbar/story/evacuated_tube_transport_could_take_you_around_the_world_in_just_6_hours

http://et3.net/