Hydrogen

Daimler, Volvo, Toyota and Partners Target Hydrogen Trucking by 2030

Daimler Truck, Volvo Group, Toyota, Bosch and others are joining forces to develop a hydrogen ecosystem for heavy-duty vehicles, with a full plan due at IAA 2026.

GreenGT LMPH2 Hydrogen-Electric Racer Set for 2012 Le Mans Entry

Swiss firm GreenGT has revealed the LMPH2, a hydrogen-electric prototype aiming to compete in an experimental class at the 2012 24 Hours of Le Mans.

Mercedes-Benz EQC and GLC F-CELL Previewed in Pre-Production Form

Mercedes-Benz is preparing the EQC electric SUV and the GLC F-CELL hydrogen plug-in hybrid for series production, with both models undergoing extensive testing in 2018.

Toyota, Honda and Nissan join forces to expand Japan’s hydrogen network

Eleven Japanese firms including Toyota, Honda and Nissan have agreed to accelerate hydrogen station rollout, aiming for 160 sites and 40,000 fuel cell vehicles by 2020.

BMW and Shell reveal Oasis concept for future hydrogen stations

BMW’s Designworks studio and Shell have unveiled the Oasis concept, a vision for hydrogen refuelling stations focused on user experience and intuitive design.

Toyota Uses Air-Cleaning Billboards to Highlight Mirai's Green Credentials

Toyota is promoting its Mirai hydrogen fuel cell car in California by deploying billboards and even a car wrap coated with titanium dioxide, a material that actively removes nitrogen dioxide from the air.

Hyundai FE Fuel Cell Concept previews next-gen hydrogen tech at Geneva

Hyundai unveiled the FE Fuel Cell Concept at the 2017 Geneva Motor Show, signalling advances in hydrogen power with lighter hardware and a claimed 800km range.

GM and Honda launch $85m US fuel cell joint venture

General Motors and Honda will invest $85 million in a Michigan-based joint venture to manufacture hydrogen fuel cell systems from 2020, aiming to reduce costs and boost adoption.

Nissan Develops Ethanol-Based Solid Oxide Fuel Cell System

Nissan is researching a powertrain that uses bio-ethanol to generate electricity for electric vehicles, aiming for long range and easier fuel handling by the end of the decade.

Mercedes-Benz considers green sub-brand to rival BMW i

Mercedes-Benz is weighing the launch of a dedicated eco-focused sub-brand as it expands its range of plug-in hybrid, electric and hydrogen vehicles to compete with BMW's i division.

Dutch Researchers Convert Hyundai ix35 Fuel Cell into Mobile Power Plant

A Delft University team has modified a Hyundai ix35 Fuel Cell SUV to supply up to 10kW of clean electricity to homes or the grid, demonstrating hydrogen vehicles' potential beyond transport.

Hyundai to Unveil New Hydrogen Fuel Cell SUV in 2017

Hyundai is preparing to reveal a next-generation hydrogen fuel cell SUV in 2017, aiming for improved affordability and practicality over the outgoing ix35 Fuel Cell.

2017 Honda Clarity Fuel Cell US debut confirmed for New York

Honda will unveil the US-market Clarity Fuel Cell at the New York Auto Show, offering a 300-mile range and five-seat practicality ahead of its California launch.

Hyundai Begins US Road Tests of Autonomous Hydrogen SUV

Hyundai has started public road testing in Nevada with fully autonomous fuel cell Tucson SUVs, aiming to advance both hydrogen and self-driving technologies.

Japan and China take rival paths in alternative fuel race

China is backing battery-electric vehicles while Japan invests in hydrogen, as the two Asian auto giants pursue competing visions for the future of alternative power.

Toyota sets 2050 goal to slash combustion engine emissions

Toyota targets a 90% reduction in average vehicle emissions by 2050, shifting focus to hybrids, plug-in hybrids and fuel cells while a US think tank pushes for battery-powered autonomy.

Hyundai N 2025 Vision Gran Turismo debuts at Frankfurt

Hyundai unveiled its N 2025 Vision Gran Turismo concept at the 2015 Frankfurt Motor Show, previewing a hydrogen-powered racer designed for the Gran Turismo 6 video game.

Honda and GM's Fuel Cell Partnership Yields Smaller, Cheaper Stack

Honda and General Motors have halved the size and weight of their shared hydrogen fuel cell stack, targeting lower costs and higher durability for future vehicles.

Honda drops US Civic Natural Gas to focus on hydrogen fuel cell

Honda will end US sales of its Civic Natural Gas and Accord plug-in hybrid, shifting attention to a new hydrogen fuel cell model and upcoming electrified vehicles.

Platinum producers eye fuel cell growth as demand for hydrogen vehicles lags

Major platinum miners look to fuel cell vehicles to revive demand, but battery electrics and hybrids still dominate the green car market.

2016 Hyundai Tucson Fuel Cell launches with new features and colours

Hyundai updates its hydrogen-powered Tucson Fuel Cell for 2016, adding new paint options, extra interior features and maintaining its lease price for US customers.

Toyota plans ¥500bn share issue to fund fuel cell research

Toyota will seek approval to issue up to 150 million new Model AA shares, raising about ¥500 billion to support long-term hydrogen and fuel cell development.

Shell Eco-Marathon brings student-built efficiency racers to Detroit

Detroit hosts the Shell Eco-Marathon for the first time, with more than 140 student teams competing in high-efficiency prototype vehicles across a downtown street circuit.

BMW pulls planned Detroit debut for hydrogen fuel cell module

BMW has cancelled its scheduled unveiling of a hydrogen fuel cell drive module prototype at the 2015 Detroit Auto Show, quietly withdrawing earlier announcements.