Toyota Unveils Third Generation Fuel Cell System for Hydrogen Society Advancement
Key Ideas
  • Toyota announced the development of a third generation fuel cell system tailored for the commercial sector with improved durability, performance, and cost efficiency.
  • The new system will expand beyond passenger vehicles to heavy-duty commercial vehicles and is set to enter markets like Japan, Europe, North America, and China post-2026.
  • The unveiling at H2 and FC EXPO in Tokyo showcases Toyota's commitment to hydrogen as a crucial fuel for carbon neutrality efforts, with continuous evolution of fuel cell technology to realize a hydrogen society.
  • Key features include enhanced durability, maintenance-free design, improved fuel efficiency, and a significant reduction in production costs, making it suitable for various applications from passenger cars to stationary generators and ships.
Toyota Motor Corporation has introduced a third generation fuel cell system aimed at advancing towards a hydrogen society. This new system is specifically designed to cater to the needs of the commercial sector, offering durability comparable to traditional diesel engines, enhanced performance, improved fuel efficiency, and lower production costs compared to the second generation system. The market introduction of this system, planned primarily for regions like Japan, Europe, North America, and China, is anticipated post-2026. Toyota, identifying hydrogen as a pivotal fuel in achieving carbon neutrality, collaborates with partners across different industries and focuses on initiatives related to creating, transporting, storing, and utilizing hydrogen in its research and development activities. The third generation fuel cell system, revealed at the H2 and FC EXPO in Tokyo, marks a significant advancement in the evolution of fuel cell technology. With features like improved durability, maintenance-free design, enhanced fuel efficiency, and reduced production costs, this system is suitable for a diverse range of applications including commercial vehicles, passenger cars, stationary generators, trains, and ships. Toyota's commitment to hydrogen is evident through its continuous efforts to accelerate the adoption of fuel cell technology and contribute to the realization of a hydrogen society.
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