At the Advanced Clean Transportation (ACT) Expo in Las Vegas, Hyundai Motor Company introduced the North American version of its XCIENT Fuel Cell heavy-duty truck. The truck, based on Hyundai's existing XCIENT platform, has been re-engineered to meet North American Class 8 specifications and features two 90-kW hydrogen fuel cell stacks, a 350-kW electric motor, and a 72-kWh battery. It boasts a range of over 450 miles per refueling under typical load conditions. Hyundai has already deployed the XCIENT fuel cell trucks in California as part of the NorCAL ZERO project. Additionally, Hyundai announced a partnership with US-based autonomous driving software company Plus to integrate Level 4 autonomous driving capabilities into the XCIENT Fuel Cell platform. The collaboration aims to test and validate self-driving hydrogen-powered trucks for long-haul freight operations. Hyundai's investment in hydrogen infrastructure includes the construction of its first hydrogen production and refueling station in Savannah, Georgia, operated by HTWO Energy. This station, expected to be operational in 2026, aligns with Hyundai's commitment to a sustainable future powered by advanced fuel cell technologies. The company plans to use its hydrogen production facility to support its logistics for the Hyundai Motor Group Metaplant America, utilizing the XCIENT fuel cell trucks. The development of autonomous driving capabilities for hydrogen fuel cell trucks reflects Hyundai's vision for a cleaner, more efficient transportation sector. This innovation not only enhances road safety but also contributes to reducing emissions and promoting sustainable freight operations.