Hyundai Motor Co. has revealed its new hydrogen-powered vehicle called Initium, set for release in the first half of the upcoming year. The car boasts a driving range of over 650 kilometers and can serve as a backup power source for homes. Hyundai's significant investment of $4 billion in the next decade underscores its commitment to a hydrogen-focused future. While hydrogen cars face challenges, Hyundai remains optimistic about their potential, particularly for heavy-duty commercial vehicles due to advantages like faster refueling and longer range. Despite low hydrogen car sales in South Korea, which accounted for less than 0.5% of Hyundai's domestic deliveries in the first nine months of the year, the company sees a strategic role for hydrogen in the commercial vehicle sector. Although battery EVs currently dominate the passenger car market, Hyundai believes that hydrogen's benefits make it a strong contender for heavy-duty applications. The overall sentiment towards hydrogen in the article is positive, highlighting Hyundai's push for a cleaner energy future through hydrogen technology.