Daimler Truck has commenced customer trials of its hydrogen-powered GenH2 Trucks in Europe, with five transport companies currently engaged in testing prototypes and further trials planned for 100 vehicles by the end of 2026. The trucks come equipped with fuel cells from Cellcentric, a joint venture between Daimler Truck and the Volvo Group, marking a significant step in Daimler's hydrogen-powered road freight strategy. Additionally, plans to increase fuel cell production through Cellcentric involve the establishment of a large manufacturing facility in Weilheim an der Teck, South Germany. Daimler sees hydrogen as essential alongside battery-electric vehicles in reducing emissions from heavy-duty transport, as emphasized by Dr. Andreas Gorbach, Head of Truck Technology. The company's dual approach involves expanding electric charging and hydrogen refueling infrastructure, with the GenH2 Truck trials being the first on-road tests with customers. However, Daimler acknowledges the necessity of policy support for the development of hydrogen vehicles and infrastructure. The company has urged European governments to hasten deployment to uphold the region's competitiveness in zero-emission transport technologies.