Symbio increases hydrogen fuel cell production and targets new energy markets On May 18, Symbio announced that it is expanding into new markets with continued support from its partners, Forvia and Michelin. A new strategy focuses on hydrogen mobility and power generation. The company is scaling up its 75-kW hydrogen fuel cell for vehicles and stationary use. It is already used in buses in France and trucks in U.S. and is being tested to supply el...

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h greater technological openness, while also urging the European Parliament and EU member states to strengthen the European Commission’s Automotive Package with more flexibility and pragmatic measures. VDA stated that the EU’s 2035 CO2 regulation, which would allow only new battery-electric and fuel-cell vehicles to be registered, could put around 50,000 automotive jobs in Germany at risk. The association added that allowing technologies such...

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California announces new USD 1 billion rebate program for electric trucks On May 13, California Gov. Gavin Newsom announced that California has launched the California Clean Fuel Reward (CCFR) rebate program to boost sales of electric medium‑ and heavy‑duty trucks, funded by money from the state’s Low Carbon Fuel Standard program which is financed by credits purchased by producers that do not meet established benchmarks. Approximately USD 2...

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H2Terminals announces 1,000-unit hydrogen EVFC truck supply agreement for UK and EU On May 13, H2Terminals Limited, the UK-based green hydrogen infrastructure company, announced it has agreed terms to import a range of 40 to 49-tonne hydrogen fuel cell tractor units into the United Kingdom and European Union, branded as the H2Truckster. The agreement, struck with a Hong Kong-based investor partner, covers up to 1,000 units drawn down on demand. ...

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S), 42 buses, 54 trucks, and 179 special-purpose vehicles. The selected plug-in hybrid electric vehicle models consist of 36 passenger vehicles (including Great Wall Motor’s H10, Chery’s Fulwin A9, and Great Wall Motor’s WEY V8X), 1 bus, 2 trucks, and 19 special-purpose vehicles. The selected fuel cell electric vehicle models consist of 5 trucks and 5 special-purpose vehicles. From an MIIT press release...

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total, including 9 energy-saving and 231 NEV models. The vehicle models on the list are energy-saving passenger vehicles, energy-saving heavy-duty commercial vehicles, plug-in hybrid electric passenger vehicles, battery electric commercial vehicles, plug-in hybrid electric commercial vehicles, and fuel cell electric commercial vehicles of automakers such as Great Wall Motor, Sinotruk, Chery, BAIC Motor‌, Geely, BYD, and Dongfeng Motor Corporat...

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da) announced a new business strategy centered on hybrid vehicles (HVs). The company plans to introduce next-generation HVs from 2027 onward, launching 15 models globally by fiscal year 2029. Meanwhile, it has withdrawn its goal of making all new vehicle sales consist of electric vehicles (EVs) and fuel cell vehicles (FCVs) by 2040. Honda fell into its first net loss since listing due to a slowdown in EV demand, but aims to recover with a growth ...

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Hyundai Translead begins commercial launch of XCIENT Fuel Cell trucks in Canada On May 13, Hyundai Translead announced it has launched XCIENT Fuel Cell truck operations in Canada with its first dealer being Breadner Trailers, a leading provider of transport truck trailers in Ontario. A total of eleven XCIENT Fuel Cell trucks are currently operating in several hydrogen mobility initiatives in Canada, including the British Columbia Hydrogen Ports P...

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y model, BEV (battery electric vehicle) production and sales volumes totaled 871,000 units and 905,000 units, up 2.1% y/y and 10.2% y/y, respectively; PHV (plug-in hybrid vehicle) production and sales volumes totaled 449,000 units and 439,000 units, up 13.0% y/y and 8.8% y/y, respectively; and FCV (fuel cell vehicle) production and sales volumes totaled 100 units and 40 units, down 78.4% y/y and 89.3% y/y, respectively. YTD NEV production and sal...

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y viable, with a target to start operations in the early 2030s. This builds on their earlier agreement to develop a Germany–Japan hydrogen supply chain and aims to expand their global hydrogen activities while supporting energy security and reducing emissions. MB Energy will use its experience in fuel supply, trading, and logistics, along with its network of filling stations, to help develop hydrogen infrastructure, including converting key tra...

News  Updated at: 2026/05/11

build charging infrastructure at UK fleet depots, which could lower costs and incentivize businesses to make the switch to Electric Vans and Trucks. In addition, the government’s strategic planning for hydrogen networks could also improve hydrogen transport and storage, supporting the adoption of Fuel Cell Electric Vehicles (FCEVs). The overarching message conveyed throughout The Commercial Vehicle Show was that the industry is accelerating the...

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g-in hybrid vehicles (PHEVs) were up 13.3% to 27,546 units (11.1% share), electric vehicles (EVs) were up 41.3% to 64,350 units with a 25.8% share, diesel-powered vehicles were down 13.8% to 32,437 units with a 13.0% share, LPG-powered cars were up 18.1% to 1,190 units with a share of 0.5%, and two fuel-cell vehicle were newly registered. There were no new registrations for natural gas and hydrogen drive types. Average CO2 emissions fell 10.7% to...

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Toyota advances hydrogen use in U.S. with Class 8 trucks, stationary power, infrastructure On May 5, Toyota Motor North America detailed its long-term commitment to hydrogen at the 2026 Advanced Clean Transportation (ACT) Expo, where it outlined milestones and investments in commercial trucking, fueling infrastructure, and stationary power generation. In the Hydrogen Workshop keynote address, Toyota highlighted:     •  Plans to deploy Toyota...

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Wrightbus, UK, selects Ballard as fuel cell supplier for hydrogen bus platform On May 7, Ballard Power Systems announced that Wrightbus, a leading UK-based bus manufacturer, has formally nominated Ballard as the fuel cell supplier for its next-generation StreetDeck Hydroliner Gen 3.0 hydrogen bus platform.  This nomination covers the integration of Ballard’s FCmove SC hydrogen fuel cell engine into Wrightbus’ Gen 3.0 double-decker FCEV bus, ...

News  Updated at: 2026/05/07

Solaris, Poland, selects Ballard as fuel cell supplier for hydrogen bus platform On May 6, Ballard Power Systems announced that Solaris Bus & Coach sp. z o.o. has selected Ballard as the fuel cell supplier for its next-generation hydrogen bus. This selection includes the integration of Ballard’s FCmove SC hydrogen fuel cell engine, Ballard’s newest high-efficiency platform launched in late 2025, into the Solaris Generation 2 FCEV bus.  The ...

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he Hongqi H5, HS5, and HQ9 were also showcased at the exhibition and are expected to be launched in the coming two months. Furthermore, Hongqi plans to initiate demonstration applications of solid-state hydrogen storage technology in 2027, with the first implementation in the Hongqi Guoyue hydrogen fuel cell vehicle. From FAW Hongqi, FAW Mobility, and FAW Energy press releases...

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(5 kW and 15 kW version) with integrated controller operating up to 850 V; (iii) electric motor direct cooling technology enabling up to a 90% continuous-to-peak performance ratio; and (iv) a vehicle charge communication unit. The company also showcased its customer-neutral engine control module, a fuel cell power module compact 300 for heavy-duty long-haul trucks, and compact gas compressor, with start of production planned for Q4/2026. In addit...

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ACT Expo 2026: Toyota announces collaboration with Hyroad to deploy FCEV trucks On May 4, Toyota Motor North America announced an agreement with Hyroad Energy to deploy 40 Class 8 hydrogen fuel cell trucks in Southern California. The announcement was made at ACT Expo 2026, where a Hyroad truck is on display at Toyota’s booth. Under the agreement, Hyroad will provide trucks, maintenance, data and software services to support Toyota’s logistics...

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The Mobile Power Pack e: can be used for a wide range of applications, including charging of electric products of other OEMs. The MPP is being introduced for potential product integration with collaborative partners. Honda’s other energy solutions on display include:     • Current-Generation Fuel Cell Module, co-developed by Honda and GM     • Next Generation Fuel Cell Module, developed by Honda, is expected to reduce production cost b...

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n with Aramco to be compliant with Euro 7 emissions standards and to deliver up to 99% reduction in tailpipe CO2 emissions compared to diesel, while delivering reduced pollutant emissions and a real-world driving range of up to 500km. Phinia’s hydrogen combustion approach is different compared to fuel-cell technologies, as it supports emissions reductions while leveraging the existing ICE ecosystem. The solution delivers comparable torque and p...

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