Toyota Unveils 3rd Generation Fuel Cell System for Commercial Sector Expansion
Key Ideas
  • Toyota Motor Corporation introduces the 3rd Gen FC System, designed for commercial vehicles and general-purpose applications, featuring improved durability, fuel efficiency, and cost reduction.
  • The new FC system offers maintenance-free design, 20% more cruising range, and a significant cost reduction through innovative cell design and manufacturing processes.
  • Toyota emphasizes hydrogen as a crucial fuel for carbon neutrality, showcasing its commitment to evolving FC technology for broader adoption in achieving a hydrogen society.
Toyota Motor Corporation has revealed its latest innovation, the 3rd Gen FC System, aimed at meeting the needs of the commercial sector with enhanced durability, fuel efficiency, and cost-effectiveness compared to its predecessors. This new system can be utilized in a range of applications, including passenger vehicles, stationary generators, rail, and ships. For passenger cars, improved fuel efficiency results in an extended cruising range, while heavy-duty commercial vehicles benefit from comparable durability to diesel engines and increased power. Moreover, the system's compact design allows for easier integration into various commercial vehicles. The 3rd Gen FC System boasts a 2x improvement in durability over the prior generation, achieving maintenance-free durability similar to diesel engines. Additionally, it offers 1.2x better fuel efficiency, enabling a 20% increase in cruising range. Through innovative cell design and manufacturing processes, the new system also brings about significant cost reductions, making it a more competitive option in the market. Toyota's unveiling of this fuel cell system aligns with its vision of promoting hydrogen as a vital element in achieving carbon neutrality. By actively engaging with partners across industries, Toyota is driving advancements in hydrogen-related initiatives, focusing on creating, transporting, storing, and utilizing hydrogen through its R&D activities. The 3rd Gen FC System's introduction signifies a key advancement in Toyota's efforts to accelerate FC technology adoption and move closer to realizing a hydrogen society. The official debut of this innovative system will take place at the H2 & FC EXPO in Tokyo, Japan, on Wednesday, February 19.
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