Hydrogen Bus Unveiled in Collaboration Between Hyundai Motor and Italian Iveco, Driving 450 km on a Single Charge

Hydrogen Fuel Cell Low-Floor Bus Exhibited at World's Largest Bus Expo

On the 6th (local time), Hyundai Motor unveiled the ‘E-WAY H2’ for the first time at Busworld 2023, the world's largest bus exhibition held in Belgium. It is a hydrogen electric city bus model jointly developed by Hyundai Motor and the Italian commercial vehicle company Iveco Group.

Hyundai's hydrogen fuel cell system was combined with the battery pack from FPT Industrial, a powertrain specialist brand under the Iveco Group. It can travel up to 450 km on a single charge.

A hydrogen electric bus using Hyundai Motor Company's hydrogen fuel cell system and Iveco's battery pack is exhibited at Busworld 2023, which opened on the 6th (local time).

Hyundai's hydrogen fuel cell system has been applied to the Elec City hydrogen electric bus unveiled in 2020 and the Universe hydrogen electric bus launched in April this year. This indicates its versatility and recognized competitiveness. The company expects the long driving range to enable operation not only in urban areas but also in suburban routes.

Earlier, the two companies signed a memorandum of understanding last year, sharing the goal of accelerating carbon neutrality. They agreed to explore collaboration areas related to eco-friendly vehicles and to carry out various projects. In September last year, at a commercial vehicle exhibition held in Germany, they showcased a hydrogen electric van with a long driving range and large cargo capacity.

Ken Ramirez, Head of Hyundai Motor's Global Commercial and Hydrogen Business Division, said, "We have focused on hydrogen technology development for the past 25 years, and will actively utilize Hyundai’s fuel cell system in various fields to accelerate carbon neutrality." Domenico Nucera, CEO of Iveco Bus, stated, "We will continue to undertake various projects with Hyundai to achieve decarbonization."

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