H2Rescue Sets World Record for Longest Distance Traveled by Hydrogen Fuel Cell Electric Vehicle
Key Ideas
  • H2Rescue, a hydrogen fuel cell electric vehicle designed for emergency response, set a GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS™ title by traveling 1,806 miles on a single hydrogen fill.
  • The prototype truck is a collaborative project involving various U.S. federal agencies, including the U.S. Army Engineer Research and Development Center and the U.S. Department of Energy.
  • The successful completion of the record-setting journey highlights the potential of hydrogen as a clean energy source for transportation and the importance of industry collaboration in advancing zero-emission technologies.
  • The project aims to strengthen emergency preparedness and provide sustainable, zero-emission solutions for future disaster events, showcasing the benefits of interagency collaboration and public/private partnerships.
In a groundbreaking partnership with Accelera™ by Cummins, the H2Rescue, a hydrogen fuel cell electric vehicle (FCEV) designed for emergency response missions, has achieved a new GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS™ title for the longest distance traveled by a heavy-duty truck without refueling. The truck successfully completed a 1,806-mile journey on a single hydrogen fill, showcasing its potential for critical relief in emergencies and natural disasters. Led by a team from the U.S. Army Engineer Research and Development Center (ERDC) and supported by various U.S. federal agencies and private sector partners, the project marks a significant milestone in demonstrating the viability of hydrogen as a clean energy source for vehicle transportation. The collaboration between federal agencies and industry players emphasizes the importance of partnerships in advancing innovative and sustainable solutions. The successful completion of the record-setting journey not only introduces a new category to GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS™ but also underlines the role of hydrogen technology in achieving zero-emissions transportation. The project's focus on emergency preparedness and disaster resilience highlights the potential for hydrogen-powered vehicles to contribute to future disaster response efforts. The H2Rescue project showcases the benefits of interagency collaboration and public/private partnerships in driving technological advancements and promoting a sustainable, zero-emission future. Through real-world testing and industry collaboration, the project aims to refine innovations and pave the way for the adoption of cutting-edge solutions in emergency response and disaster resilience environments.
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