Hyundai and Plus Unveil First Level 4 Autonomous Hydrogen Truck in the U.S.
Key Ideas
  • Hyundai Motor and Plus reveal the first Level 4 autonomous Class 8 hydrogen fuel cell electric truck in the U.S. at the ACT Expo.
  • The XCIENT Fuel Cell truck, equipped with Plus's SuperDrive technology, aims to showcase safer, more efficient, and sustainable trucking.
  • Hyundai's XCIENT Fuel Cell truck, with a proven track record globally, demonstrates reliability and technological advancement in commercial operations.
  • The collaboration between Hyundai Motor and Plus integrates advanced sensors and autonomous driving capabilities, shaping the future of hydrogen fuel cell trucking.
Hyundai Motor Company, together with autonomous driving software leader Plus, has introduced the first Level 4 autonomous hydrogen fuel cell electric truck in the U.S. at the Advanced Clean Transportation (ACT) Expo. This partnership showcases the XCIENT Fuel Cell truck, which features Plus's SuperDrive Level 4 autonomous driving technology. The truck is set to undergo self-driving tests on a Class 8 fuel cell electric truck in the U.S., with the goal of demonstrating enhanced safety, efficiency, and sustainability in trucking operations. The XCIENT Fuel Cell truck, initially launched in 2020 and operating across eight countries, is highlighted for its real-world reliability and technological excellence. With a strong track record, the truck has a commercialized version capable of over 450 miles per charge with a full load. Plus's SuperDrive technology, utilized globally, incorporates advanced sensors like LiDAR, radar, and cameras to provide comprehensive perception, planning, prediction, and autonomous driving capabilities. The collaboration between Hyundai Motor and Plus signifies a significant advancement in the realm of autonomous hydrogen fuel cell trucking, setting the stage for a more innovative and sustainable future.
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