Toyota's Move Towards Hydrogen: Introducing Hydrogen-Powered Electric Trucks in Southern California
Key Ideas
  • Toyota Motor plans to introduce hydrogen-powered electric trucks in Southern California to reduce reliance on diesel-powered vehicles.
  • The company is moving its hydrogen-powered-fuel-cell electric Class 8 heavy-duty trucks out of the pilot phase and investing in a hydrogen fueling station with partners.
  • Toyota aims to contribute to reducing carbon emissions by 2050 by investing in the hydrogen ecosystem and promoting the benefits of hydrogen fuel and fuel cells.
  • The announcement was made at the Advanced Clean Transportation Expo, emphasizing Toyota's commitment to sustainability and alternative fuel options.
Toyota Motor announced its plan to introduce hydrogen-powered electric trucks as part of its efforts to invest in alternative fuel options. The Japanese automaker aims to reduce the use of diesel-powered tractor trailers at its North American Parts Center in Southern California by implementing hydrogen-powered-fuel-cell electric Class 8 heavy-duty trucks. These trucks are transitioning out of their pilot phase, and Toyota plans to establish a hydrogen fueling station for them. The company is collaborating with Air Liquide and Iwatani to source and deliver liquid hydrogen to the fueling station. Furthermore, Toyota expressed its commitment to the hydrogen ecosystem, citing the benefits of hydrogen fuel and fuel cells as key drivers for positive change. Jordan Choby, a Toyota Group vice president, highlighted the advantages of hydrogen as a fuel at the Advanced Clean Transportation Expo, underscoring Toyota's dedication to reducing carbon emissions from its supply chain by 2050. This move signifies Toyota's proactive approach towards sustainability and promoting clean energy solutions.
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