Toyota and BMW are gearing up to strengthen their collaboration in the development of hydrogen technology, pointing towards a future where hydrogen-powered vehicles could become mainstream. The Japanese and German automakers are expected to formalize their partnership through a memorandum of understanding, with an announcement anticipated during BMW's upcoming media event. This partnership is an extension of their existing relationship that began in 2012 when Toyota supplied BMW with hydrogen fuel cell components. Now, Toyota will provide BMW with advanced hydrogen tanks and fuel cell systems, while BMW will leverage its EV technologies for vehicle production. The move highlights BMW's growing interest in hydrogen-powered vehicles, as demonstrated by their recent tour of the hydrogen-powered iX5 prototype across Australia. Similarly, Toyota has been a key player in the hydrogen fuel cell segment with its Mirai model. While Hyundai is the only other brand with a hydrogen passenger vehicle in Australia, Toyota's partnership with BMW could potentially lead to cost reductions for future hydrogen vehicles. Despite the advantages of hydrogen fuel cell vehicles, such as better range and refueling times compared to EVs, challenges remain, especially in terms of infrastructure. Australia has limited hydrogen refueling stations, leading to concerns about the feasibility of selling hydrogen vehicles to the public. In contrast, Germany boasts a robust network of refueling stations, positioning it as a global leader in hydrogen infrastructure. Both Toyota and Hyundai emphasize the importance of establishing hydrogen technology in the transport industry before expanding to passenger cars. In Australia, Toyota is working towards infrastructure expansion through partnerships, while Hyundai has already deployed hydrogen fuel cell trucks in Europe. This collaborative effort between Toyota and BMW signifies a positive step towards advancing hydrogen innovation in the automotive industry.