Hyundai Motor Group and Skoda Electric Partner to Drive Hydrogen Mobility in the Czech Republic
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- Hyundai Motor Group and Skoda Electric signed a partnership agreement in Prague to collaborate on hydrogen-powered mobility in the Czech Republic.
- The collaboration aims to roll out Skoda Electric vehicles with Hyundai's hydrogen fuel cells, develop hydrogen fuel cell systems and technology, and explore business opportunities in the hydrogen ecosystem.
- The Czech Republic plans to have 40,000-50,000 hydrogen cars on the road and 40 hydrogen charging stations by 2030, aligning with Hyundai's commitment to sustainable mobility and net zero targets.
- Hyundai Motor Group also intends to engage in research on V2X, V2G, artificial intelligence, cyber security, and academic exchange programs with local and international institutions.
Hyundai Motor Group has reaffirmed its dedication to the hydrogen fuel cell vehicles industry in the Czech Republic through a new partnership with Skoda Electric. The signing ceremony, attended by key executives like Ken Ramirez and Jaromir Silhanek, took place in Prague during South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol’s visit. The collaboration will focus on deploying Skoda Electric vehicles integrated with Hyundai's hydrogen fuel cells, advancing hydrogen fuel cell systems and technologies, and exploring various business opportunities in the hydrogen sector. The Czech Republic's ambitious goal of having up to 50,000 hydrogen cars on the roads and 40 hydrogen charging stations by 2030 aligns well with Hyundai's sustainability efforts. Additionally, Hyundai plans to collaborate with institutions like the Technical University of Ostrava and South Korea’s research organizations on academic and technological partnerships for future mobility. The partnership also includes research on V2X, V2G, artificial intelligence, and cyber security to contribute to the growth of the hydrogen industry and foster talent in this field. Hyundai also aims to pilot a V2G ecosystem in South Korea and share the knowledge gained with the Czech EV industry, leveraging institutional support and advanced technology for mutual benefit.
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