Toyota Unveils Next-Generation Hydrogen Fuel Cell System
Toyota has announced the development of its third-generation fuel cell (FC) system, marking a significant advancement in hydrogen-powered technology.
This new system is designed to meet the demands of commercial applications while delivering enhanced performance, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness.
Advancing Hydrogen Technology for a Greener Future
As Toyota explores ways to reach carbon neutrality, this latest FC system is built to rival the durability of traditional diesel engines while offering superior fuel efficiency. Compared to its predecessor, the third-generation system improves fuel efficiency by 1.2 times, resulting in a 20% increase in cruising range. Additionally, Toyota has implemented manufacturing innovations that significantly reduce production costs, moving hydrogen fuel cell technology towards being more accessible to the broader market.
Expanding Hydrogen Applications
Toyota launched Mirai in 2014, one of the world’s first hydrogen fuel cell electric vehicles (FCEVs). Since then, it has sold approximately 28,000 Mirai units across more than 30 markets worldwide. Beyond passenger vehicles, Toyota has been supplying FC systems for buses, trains, and even stationary power generators, with over 2,700 units delivered globally.
With the third-generation FC system, Toyota is expanding its hydrogen technology beyond passenger vehicles to include heavy-duty commercial applications such as trucks, trains, ships, and stationary power generation. The system’s compact design enables seamless integration into a variety of vehicle types, ensuring widespread usability across multiple industries.
Market Launch and Future Plans
Toyota’s latest FC system was unveiled at the H2 and FC EXPO in Tokyo, highlighting its potential to accelerate the adoption of hydrogen technology worldwide. The company plans to introduce the system into commercial markets in Japan, Europe, North America, and China post-2026.
Through strategic partnerships and continuous innovation, Toyota is reinforcing its vision of a hydrogen-based society, ensuring that fuel cell technology remains at the forefront of sustainable mobility solutions. By leveraging decades of expertise and real-world data from customer feedback and testing, Toyota is set to revolutionise the future of hydrogen-powered transportation.