At a preview event for BMW's iX5 hydrogen prototype car in Australia, Jurgen Guldner discussed the brand's confidence in hydrogen fuel cell technology for commercial applications. Despite not having a commercial division, BMW sees hydrogen as a promising alternative to diesel, with benefits like comparable range and refueling time. Guldner highlighted the broader hydrogen ecosystem, emphasizing its applications beyond vehicles in areas like factories, logistics, and energy storage. The company views FCEVs and BEVs as complementary technologies, aiming to offer customers diverse powertrain options. BMW's iX5 Hydrogen, part of a pilot series, showcases the technology's everyday usability and environmental benefits, with less impact on rare materials compared to battery EVs. However, Australia faces challenges in hydrogen infrastructure development, with limited refueling stations and slower progress than countries like Germany and South Korea. Despite these hurdles, BMW remains positive about the future of hydrogen-powered vehicles and the potential for cost savings and environmental impact reduction.