A new study commissioned by the German Hydrogen Association finds that electrifying all long-haul trucks would require 8GW of midday charging power - far exceeding planned infrastructure capacity. It argues hydrogen could ease grid pressure.
The governing body has ratified safety rules for liquid hydrogen in motorsport, developed with aerospace and automotive partners. Toyota, Alpine and BMW are among manufacturers exploring the technology for endurance racing.
Scania is expanding its Pilot Partner programme with real-world tests of hydrogen fuel cell trucks alongside battery-electric models, working with Asko to assess range, performance and operational feasibility in daily transport.
HYmpulsion is expanding its hydrogen refuelling network across the Alps, adding new stations in Savoie and Haute-Savoie ahead of the 2030 Winter Olympics to support heavy-duty, cold-climate zero-emission transport.
Toyota has unveiled the ninth-generation Hilux with a full multipath line-up, including the first electric Hilux, the 2.8D 48V mild hybrid and a hydrogen fuel cell model confirmed for 2028. UK sales start June 2026.