At the IAA Transportation fair in Hannover, the Solaris Urbino 18 hydrogen bus received the prestigious title of 'Bus of the Year 2025' from the international Bus of the Year jury. This achievement marks the first time a zero-emission hydrogen-powered bus has been honored with this award since the competition's inception in 1989. The CEO of Solaris expressed immense pride in this recognition, emphasizing the significance of the win for the company's zero-emission mobility strategy. The Solaris Urbino 18 hydrogen bus, powered by electricity generated in a hydrogen fuel cell, is designed with an articulated structure and a substantial driving range of up to 600 kilometers on a single refueling. Equipped with lightweight hydrogen tanks and Solaris batteries, the bus can carry up to 140 passengers and has a quick 20-minute refueling time. This win adds to Solaris' previous success as they had also won the Bus of the Year title in 2017 for their battery-powered electric bus. The President of the Bus of the Year Jury highlighted the sustainability of hydrogen as a fuel and praised Solaris for investing in this technology. The article also mentions Solaris' continued commitment to providing zero-emission solutions with both battery and hydrogen buses. Overall, Solaris' recognition for their hydrogen bus signifies a significant milestone in the advancement of sustainable transportation.