Hyundai Accelerates Hydrogen Business in North America with New Truck and Refueling Hub
Key Ideas
- Hyundai introduced the XCIENT Fuel Cell, a hydrogen-powered truck tailored for the North American market with improved performance and advanced driver assistance systems.
- The company announced plans to establish a major refueling hub, HTWO Energy Savannah, in Georgia capable of producing up to 1,200 kilograms of hydrogen daily.
- Hyundai aims to redefine clean logistics in North America and lead the establishment of a hydrogen ecosystem through the HTWO platform, emphasizing collaboration with local partners.
- Ken Ramirez, Executive Vice President of Hyundai, expressed the company's commitment to sustainable transportation and the advancement of hydrogen technology in the region.
Hyundai Motor Co. unveiled its latest initiative to advance its hydrogen business in North America at the 2025 ACT Expo in Anaheim, California. The company introduced the XCIENT Fuel Cell, a hydrogen-powered truck specifically designed for the North American market, featuring improved performance and advanced driver assistance systems. Hyundai also revealed plans to establish a significant refueling hub, HTWO Energy Savannah, in Georgia near its Hyundai Motor Group Metaplant America. This facility is set to produce and dispense up to 1,200 kilograms of hydrogen daily, with future scalability to 4,200 kilograms per day. The launch of HTWO Energy Savannah is expected in the latter part of the year, with an electric charging infrastructure to follow. Ken Ramirez, Executive Vice President of Hyundai, highlighted the company's vision to revolutionize clean logistics in North America by spearheading a hydrogen ecosystem through HTWO. Hyundai emphasizes collaboration with local partners and affiliates to drive sustainable transportation and technological innovation in the region.