Hydrogen Trucks - Driving ZEV

Mercedes-Benz NextGenH2 hydrogen truck enters limited production late 2026

Daimler Truck will build 100 liquid-hydrogen fuel cell trucks at Wörth from late 2026. Full series production has slipped to the early 2030s as infrastructure lags. The NextGenH2 shares components with the battery-electric eActros 600.

By Matt Lister Jan 27, 2026 3 min read

Policy News

EU proposes early flexibility on truck CO₂ credits ahead of 2030 targets

The European Commission has proposed changes to how heavy-duty truck makers earn CO₂ credits between 2025 and 2029, easing compliance mechanics without changing 2030 targets.

By Matt Lister Dec 16, 2025 2 min read

Hydrogen News

HyHaul hydrogen HGV project ends after failing to secure fleet orders

The UK’s ZEHID HyHaul hydrogen HGV project has been closed after failing to secure enough signed fleet orders within grant timelines, despite strong operator interest.

By Matt Lister Dec 15, 2025 3 min read

Truck News

Scania expands real-world trials of battery-electric and hydrogen trucks through Pilot Partner programme

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.

By Matt Lister Nov 21, 2025 2 min read

Truck News

Daimler Truck starts second customer trial phase with new batch of GenH2 fuel-cell trucks

Daimler Truck has launched the second customer trial of its Mercedes-Benz GenH2 fuel-cell truck, adding five new logistics partners to gather real-world data ahead of small-series production.

By Matt Lister Nov 21, 2025 2 min read