Hyundai Motors New Zealand is set to deploy the first Mighty Fuel Cell electric light-duty truck for a 12-month pilot test programme
Following New Zealand’s successful introduction of the XCIENT Fuel Cell heavy-duty truck in 2021, Hyundai Motors New Zealand says they will deploy the first Mighty Fuel Cell electric light-duty truck for a 12-month pilot test programme locally.
The truck is equipped with a refrigerated fitout to demonstrate how green onboard hydrogen energy can be utilised beyond vehicle propulsion.
Over the next 12 months, Hyundai New Zealand, along with some key customers, will evaluate its performance in the local environment, showcase the benefits of hydrogen, and gather essential metrics for potential inclusion in its product line-up.
Featuring a 90kW fuel cell stack paired with a 65kW electric motor and a 21kWh battery, Hyundai New Zealand says the prototype Mighty Fuel Cell truck excels in high-power output within the light-duty commercial vehicle segment, making it ideal for supporting higher energy demands for auxiliary equipment, such as refrigeration units.
The truck offers a driving range of approximately 500km per charge and fast refuelling times of five to 10 minutes and is highly efficient for both urban and highway use, says Hyundai New Zealand.