Renault Master Wins International Van of the Year 2025 and Introduces Hydrogen-Powered Prototype
Key Ideas
  • Renault Master awarded International Van of the Year 2025, with a hydrogen-powered version set for production next year.
  • Hydrogen-powered Master H2-Tech Prototype unveiled at IAA Transportation show in Hannover, promising a range of 435 miles and 5-minute refuel time.
  • Developed by HYVIA, a joint venture between Renault Group and Plug Power, this hydrogen architecture retains full load space and payload.
  • All versions of the Master will be manufactured on the same assembly line in Batilly plant, with hydrogen-powered models having dedicated H2-Tech dealers.
Renault has received the prestigious International Van of the Year 2025 award for the Renault Master, outperforming competitors like the Ford E-Transit Custom and Stellantis ProOne Large Van range. However, the highlight of the week was the unveiling of the Master H2-Tech Prototype at the IAA Transportation show in Hannover. This prototype signifies Renault's foray into hydrogen-powered vehicles, with promises of a 435-mile range on a single tank and a quick 5-minute refuel time. Developed by HYVIA, a collaboration between Renault Group and Plug Power, the hydrogen architecture maintains the Master's full load space and payload capacity. All versions of the Master, including the hydrogen-powered variant, will be manufactured at the Batilly plant near Metz, with specialized H2-Tech dealers catering to the sales and after-sales services. This innovative move raises the question of whether hydrogen power will dominate the future of commercial vehicles, showcasing Renault's commitment to sustainable mobility solutions.
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