Hyundai Motor Company has unveiled its Initium hydrogen fuel cell electric vehicle (FCEV) concept. Hydrogen concept FCEV solves nagging EV issues Zero emissions, proper range.
Initium Hydrogen Fuel Cell
Initium is a Latin word meaning ‘beginning’ or ‘first’. The company says the concept vehicle provides a preview of a new production FCEV that Hyundai Motor plans to unveil in the first half of 2025.
It encapsulates the company’s 27 years of hydrogen technology development. This concept vehicle reflects its clear commitment to achieving a sustainable hydrogen society.
Jaehoon Chang, President and CEO of Hyundai Motor Company, says the Initium project shows Hyundai’s clear, unwavering commitment to hydrogen over the past 27 years.
“Hydrogen is a clean, accessible and therefore fair energy source for everyone. We are dedicated to pioneering a future where hydrogen is used by everyone, in everything, and everywhere.”
Initium’s development focused on three primary aspects: superior driving range and enhanced performance; a spacious interior and luggage area. Making it ideal for families; and unique convenience and safety features distinctive to hydrogen cars.
Hydrogen Fuel Cell brings flexibility and range
One of the biggest advantages of a hydrogen FCEV is its driving range and the flexibility this brings. Hyundai has equipped the concept with large hydrogen fuel tanks to maximise the vehicle’s range. Thus enhancing the benefits of hydrogen FCEVs. Aerodynamic wheels and low rolling resistance tyres deliver a targeted driving range of more than 650km between refuelling.
By further developing Hyundai’s fuel cell technology the company has increased the output of the stack and enhanced battery capacity. This allows for an electric motor output of up to 150 kW.
Initium includes a FCEV-specific route planner that addresses one of the biggest ‘pain’ points for FCEV buyers: fuel infrastructure. Users can check the location accessibility and operating status of an identified fuel station, as well as the number of waiting vehicles.
The hydrogen fuel cell provides electricity without emitting any pollutants. This electricity can be used to power and charge various household appliances and personal devices via the concept’s Vehicle-to-Load (V2L) feature. The outdoor terminal is designed to connect directly to a 220V household outlet, transforming Initium from a means of transportation into a potential energy supplier.
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