12.05.2023
Artikel Nummer: 45176
Hydrogen e-trucks tested in harsh conditions
Emitting only water vapour, hydrogen-powered fuel cell trucks will be an important part of Volvo Trucks’ zero exhaust emission product portfolio.
Now, the vehicles have passed an important milestone – namely, their first tests on public roads. But not just any public road. To make it extra-challenging, the trials were conducted above the Arctic Circle in the north of Sweden. The harsh conditions, with ice, wind, and lots of snow, provide an ideal testing environment, Volvo said.
Fuel cell electric trucks powered by hydrogen will be especially suitable for longer distances and will be available in the second half of this decade. Tests with hauliers will start a few years before the commercial launch. (ben)