Minecarts no longer gain momentum from the user pressing the forward or backwards keys.
Steps to replicate:
Open minecraft version 15w43c.
Create new a creative world with default settings.
Place at least 10 rails with a minecart on it.
Enter mineart and press 'w' or 's' (forward/backwards keys)
Observe minecarts do not gain momentum from key presses.
This can be replicated every time.
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Comments

What if you press both the a+s keys? Does it move forwar? (Similar to a boat?)