GLS Successfully Completes 30,000 km Trial with Hyundai Xcient Hydrogen Fuel Cell Truck in Germany
Key Ideas
- GLS in Germany has successfully operated a Hyundai Xcient hydrogen fuel cell truck for 30,000 km and delivered over 100,000 packages in the greater Cologne area.
- The three-axle truck is powered by a 180-kilowatt hydrogen fuel cell system with two fuel cell units, providing fast acceleration and no loss of tractive power.
- The Allison 4000 Series™ fully automatic transmission, coupled with a 350-kilowatt electric motor, allows for precise maneuvering, agility, and quiet operation, enabling night deliveries in populated areas.
- Allison's torque converter maximizes range and efficiency, reducing vehicle costs and exemplifying their alternative fuel advantage for eco-conscious transportation solutions.
GLS, a global shipping leader, has completed a successful trial in Germany with a Hyundai Xcient hydrogen fuel cell truck equipped with an Allison 4000 Series™ fully automatic transmission. Over 30,000 km, GLS Germany has delivered more than 100,000 packages using this environmentally friendly vehicle. The truck, powered by a 180-kilowatt hydrogen fuel cell system, features two fuel cell units driving a 350-kilowatt electric motor, providing fast acceleration and seamless operation. This trial represents a significant step in integrating hydrogen propulsion technologies into everyday logistics for GLS. Operations Manager Oualid Hamza expressed satisfaction with the truck, highlighting its reliability and performance. The truck's agility and ease of maneuverability, thanks to the automatic transmission, have impressed Regional Manager Gero Liebig. Additionally, the quiet operation of the vehicle allows for night deliveries in populated areas, adding flexibility to GLS's operations. Allison's torque converter plays a crucial role in maximizing the truck's range and efficiency, ultimately reducing vehicle costs. Heidi Schutte, Vice President of EMEA, APAC, and South America Sales at Allison Transmission, emphasized the company's commitment to providing diverse propulsion solutions, including conventional, electric hybrid, and fully electric systems, to support sustainability goals in transportation.