BMW and Toyota: A Deepening Hydrogen Partnership on the Horizon?
Key Ideas
  • Nikkei reports a potential strengthening of the hydrogen partnership between BMW and Toyota, with an announcement expected on September 5.
  • Both manufacturers have a history of collaborating on hydrogen technology and are focused on developing zero-emission solutions.
  • Toyota continues to showcase hydrogen applications, while BMW plans to produce the iX5 Hydrogen and expand its hydrogen vehicle lineup post-2030.
  • BMW's future hydrogen vehicles will be based on the compatible Neue Klasse platform.
The Nikkei reports that BMW and Toyota are set to announce a new stage in their hydrogen partnership, with a memorandum of understanding expected to be signed on September 5. While BMW and Toyota have not officially confirmed the news, both manufacturers have a history of working together on hydrogen technology and are committed to developing zero-emission solutions. Toyota uses events like the Olympic and Paralympic Games to showcase tangible hydrogen applications, while BMW's CEO speaks highly of fuel cells as a complement to batteries. BMW is reportedly planning to produce the iX5 Hydrogen in the coming years and has further hydrogen vehicle plans post-2030, all based on the Neue Klasse platform. The potential deepening of this hydrogen alliance signifies a strong commitment from both automakers towards sustainable mobility solutions.
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