Its vehicle operates without contact, levitating about 3.9in inside a U-shaped guideway. Magnetic force from levitation and guidance coils keeps the vehicle centered in the guideway, both vertically and horizontally, preventing derailment at the time of an earthquake.

Maglev (magnetic levitation) technology is considered exceptionally safe primarily due to its lack of physical contact and its unique guideway design. Unlike traditional trains that rely on friction between wheels and rails, maglev vehicles hover above the track, which eliminates the risk of mechanical wear and tear on wheels or axles. More importantly, the "wrap-around" design of the train over the guideway makes derailment physically impossible; the vehicle is magnetically "locked" to the track and cannot jump off even at high speeds. Additionally, maglev systems are controlled by a centralized synchronous motor system within the track itself, meaning two trains on the same segment cannot collide because they are both moved by the same magnetic wave. In 2026, as high-speed lines expand globally, these systems are also touted for their resilience to extreme weather and seismic activity, as the lack of moving parts reduces the likelihood of structural failure during an earthquake compared to traditional rail.