Hydrogen fuel cells are gaining attention as Hyundai partners with Skoda Group, a company known for manufacturing trains, trams, and buses. This partnership will focus on exploring hydrogen fuel-cell technology in vehicles, a departure from Skoda Auto, which is part of the Volkswagen Group and is focused on battery-electric power.
The Skoda Group, a separate entity from Skoda Auto, aims to use Hyundai’s hydrogen fuel-cell technology in trains and trolleybuses. This collaboration, outlined in a Memorandum of Understanding, will also involve studying energy-efficient solutions for mobility projects and products, as well as exploring opportunities for hydrogen power beyond transportation.
Hyundai Motor Company has been investing significantly in hydrogen fuel-cell technology for both passenger and commercial vehicles. The company is working on its third generation of hydrogen fuel-cell-powered cars and is striving to achieve ‘price parity’ between hydrogen fuel-cell and electric vehicles.
In Australia, Hyundai has introduced a limited number of Nexo fuel-cell electric vehicles as part of a trial. The company has also partnered with Toyota, Ampol, and Pacific Energy to establish hydrogen refilling stations, supporting the development of hydrogen infrastructure in the country.
This collaboration between Hyundai and Skoda Group highlights the growing interest in hydrogen fuel-cell technology as a sustainable alternative to traditional power sources. With a focus on expanding the use of hydrogen beyond just vehicles, this partnership could pave the way for innovative solutions in the energy sector.
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