Fastest Train Ever
The TGV is France's high-speed rail service developed by
GEC-Alsthom (now Alstom) and SNCF, the French national rail
operator, and operated primarily by SNCF. Following the
inaugural TGV service between Paris and Lyon in 1981, the TGV
network, centred on Paris, has expanded to connect cities across
France and in adjacent countries. It holds the record for the
fastest wheeled train, having reached 574.8 km/h (357 mph) on 3
April 2007, and also holds the world's highest average speed for
a regular passenger service. TGV is a registered trademark of
SNCF. TGV trains travel at up to 320 km/h (200 mph) in
commercial use.
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