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The first major Hyperloop test was a success

We traveled out to Las Vegas to see the first major test of the Hyperloop.

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It was a success.

On Wednesday, the startup Hyperloop One demonstrated its Hyperloop propulsion system, which will be used in a full-scale version by the end of the year.

The propulsion system is a sled on an open-air track at a site in the desert north of Las Vegas. Tech Insider's Cadie Thompson was there to witness the test.

Here's the first video she shot:

The sled traveled down the track at over 100 miles per hour, but the goal is to get a full-scale Hyperloop that stretches hundreds of miles to reach up to 700 mph.

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Hyperloop One had previously said the sled would be tested at more than 300 mph, but a company spokesperson said that it reached 116 mph during this particular test. Considering it was the first time anything like this has been done, it was still pretty awesome. 

We'll have more coverage on Hyperloop One's big demo, so check back soon.

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