On board the "new generation TGV", between Paris and Marseille: a train rethought from A to Z, with increased capacity and less energy-consuming

The inaugural journey of the new TGV from Paris to Marseille on November 6 featured a mix of passengers, including SNCF executives and journalists. This new train, distinguishable by its white design and elongated nose, will gradually replace older units, prioritizing the Paris-Marseille route. Six trains are already in service, with more deliveries planned until all 130 ordered are received. The train is now referred to as the 'new generation TGV' instead of 'TGV-M', a change aimed at improving clarity and marketing appeal, though not everyone within SNCF agrees with this rebranding.