Bosch and Nikola are developing a Commercial Hydrogen Fuel Cell Truck

After Daimler Truck and Volvo Trucks, German auto-maker Bosch is set to invest in hydrogen fuel-cell development and production. The symbolic production of the company’s first large-scale hydrogen fuel-cell power module started on Bosch Tech Day 2023 early this year.

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In a statement to Reuters, Bosch said that it has invested 2.5 billion euros ($2.8 billion) in hydrogen fuel cell technology from 2021 to 2026, expecting to generate roughly 5 billion in sales by 2030.

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Nikola Corporation, America’s truck manufacturer start-up, is Bosch’s pilot customer for the 40-ton truck being fine-tuned in Phoenix, US by the Bosch team.

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A truck powered by Bosch’s fuel cell can cover a distance of up to 500 km on a full tank of 11.7kgs of hydrogen. Constant research and development are focused on increasing this mileage.

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Bosch's advanced fuel cells are adapted for 40-ton Nikola Two trucks. Mirror cameras replace side-view mirrors and new keyless system introduced in the fleet.

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Bosch's hydrogen fuel cells fuel 70 trucks on the Chongqing to Chengdu route in China. The power module, a key component, initiates hydrogen-oxygen reactions to create energy.

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Bosch officials state that Indian OEMs with strong reputations have ordered their high-end tech, implying growing demand even in emerging EV markets like India.

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