“A good train for the environment”: with this slogan, Deutsche Bahn (DB) and Alstom drew up an interim balance of the trial operation of the battery-powered multiple unit in passenger transport in Germany last 14 April. Since 24 January 2022, Deutsche Bahn (DB) has been running the first fully certified battery train from Alstom on a trial basis on the Gäubahn between Herrenberg and Eutingen im Gäu as well as on the Pleinfeld – Gunzenhausen line in Bavaria (Central Franconia) – a major step for an environmentally and climate-friendly drive technology in local transport. The train already has more than two months of practical experience and 20,000 kilometres covered. Initial findings show: The train is reliable, the battery is stable and the electric driving experience is convincing for both drivers and passengers.