The new 3rd Gen FC System is set to be unveiled at the H2 & FC EXPO in Tokyo on 19 February. Toyota has emphasised its focus on hydrogen as a key fuel for achieving carbon neutrality and continues to collaborate with industry partners to promote its adoption.
A key feature of the 3rd Gen FC System is its application in heavy-duty commercial vehicles. Toyota states that the new system provides durability comparable to diesel engines while delivering high power output. Additionally, the system has been made more compact for easier integration into various vehicle designs.
Toyota highlights several advancements in the 3rd Gen FC System:
- Durability: Up to twice the lifespan of the previous generation, achieving diesel-equivalent reliability.
- Fuel efficiency: 20% improvement in cruising range.
- Cost reduction: Lower production costs through innovations in cell design and manufacturing.
Since 2019, Toyota has supplied fuel cell systems for buses, trains, and stationary power generators, delivering over 2,700 units to customers worldwide. The company continues to support the development of a hydrogen-based economy by expanding fuel cell technology across multiple industries.
Toyota plans to work with local governments and industry partners to accelerate hydrogen adoption and further the transition to sustainable energy solutions.