Hyundai Motors New Zealand will deploy the first Mighty Fuel Cell electric light-duty truck for a 12-month pilot test program locally. This follows New Zealand’s successful introduction of the XCIENT Fuel Cell heavy-duty truck in 2021 and represents another leap forward in clean transport technology.

The Mighty Fuel Cell is Hyundai Motor’s first hydrogen-powered truck in the light-duty truck segment and will be running on New Zealand’s roads to complete an early pilot program.

This 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 lineup.

Grant Doull, National Manager of Hydrogen and Eco Commercial Vehicles at Hyundai New Zealand, stated, “The 12-month pilot program marks another significant milestone in our journey towards zero-emission transport and logistics solutions. With the Mighty joining Driving range and charging times can vary depending on external factors.

“Our hydrogen vehicle range, we aim to offer a versatile and clean option for a wide range of local transport needs in New Zealand.”

Featuring a 90kW fuel cell stack paired with a 65kW electric motor and a 21kWh battery,the prototype Mighty Fuel Cell truck excels in high-power output within the light-duty commercial vehicle segment. This makes it ideal for supporting higher energy demands for auxiliary equipment like refrigeration units.

This truck offers a driving range of approximately 500 km per charge and fast refueling times of 5 to 10 minutes. It is highly efficient for both urban and highway use, aligning well with the local demands for commercial and logistics operations in New Zealand.