Hydrogen-Powered Future: Level 4 Autonomous Truck Enhances Safety and Efficiency in US
Key Ideas
  • Hyundai and Plus unveiled the first Level 4 autonomous Class 8 hydrogen fuel cell electric truck in the USA at the ACT Expo, showcasing a significant advancement in trucking technology.
  • The collaboration aims to enhance road safety, efficiency, and sustainability in the trucking industry by integrating autonomous driving technology into hydrogen fuel cell trucks.
  • The XCIENT Fuel Cell truck, already operational in eight countries, now features Plus's SuperDrive system with LiDAR, radar, and cameras, offering advanced self-driving capabilities.
  • The partnership between Hyundai and Plus seeks to create a more sustainable future with autonomous hydrogen fuel cell electric trucks that prioritize safety, efficiency, and environmental impact.
Hyundai Motor Company and autonomous driving software leader Plus have joined forces to introduce the first Level 4 autonomous hydrogen fuel cell electric truck in the USA at the Advanced Clean Transportation (ACT) Expo. This collaboration signifies a significant step towards revolutionizing the trucking industry by integrating advanced autonomous driving technology with hydrogen fuel cell technology. The XCIENT Fuel Cell truck, known for its reliability in commercial operations across eight countries, now boasts Plus's SuperDrive system, incorporating LiDAR, radar, and cameras for enhanced self-driving capabilities. Hyundai's Martin Zeilinger expressed enthusiasm for the partnership with Plus, highlighting the potential to enhance road safety and freight efficiencies through this innovative approach. Plus's COO and Co-Founder, Shawn Kerrigan, emphasized the importance of creating sustainable transportation solutions for the future, combining hydrogen fuel cell technology with cutting-edge autonomous driving capabilities. The autonomous hydrogen truck showcased at the ACT Expo demonstrates the advanced features and the promising future impact on transportation efficiency and sustainability.
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