- The Hydrogen Vehicle Systems (HVS) HGV test programme is on course and has achieved another key milestone with track testing well underway
- The X2.0 track test vehicle has demonstrated real world performance by successfully pulling a trailer around the test track
- X2.0 features an innovative Hydrogen Fuel Cell propulsion system, with the only tailpipe emissions being water
Glasgow– Hydrogen Vehicle Systems (HVS), the UK’s first Hydrogen Fuel Cell heavy commercial vehicle OEM, has celebrated the latest milestone in their vehicle testing and development programme. Their second test vehicle, X2.0, was put through its paces on the test track, delivering the first trailer pull. Powered by green hydrogen, X2.0 didn’t disappoint with excellent performance on its very first test run on the high-speed track at UTAC, Millbrook. A major moment for the business as the real-world capabilities of the truck were showcased.
X2.0 is one of a series of engineering prototypes. Each testing phase focuses on different aspects of the vehicle design and will be used alongside computer-aided engineering models. This truck will provide crucial real-world test track data, which when combined with dyno test data gathered to date, will be used to refine the vehicle set-up and provide systems calibration and optimisation. Specifically, data points from the vehicle’s powertrain functional software and performance under physical tests, will now begin to be mapped to the virtual world.
The UK-built prototypes, all feature the unique HVS Hydrogen Fuel Cell Powertrain that delivers a suite of features perfectly suited to HGV operations. With fast refuelling, heavier payloads and long range, the truck offers comparable performance to traditionally fuelled commercial vehicles whilst emitting only water from the tailpipe. The water emissions were visible on the test day, demonstrating that the fuel cells are working as expected.
The UK-built prototypes, all feature the unique HVS Hydrogen Fuel Cell Powertrain that delivers a suite of features perfectly suited to HGV operations. With fast refuelling, heavier payloads and long range, the truck offers comparable performance to traditionally fuelled commercial vehicles whilst emitting only water from the tailpipe. The water emissions were visible on the test day, demonstrating that the fuel cells are working as expected.
The UK-built prototypes, all feature the unique HVS Hydrogen Fuel Cell Powertrain that delivers a suite of features perfectly suited to HGV operations. With fast refuelling, heavier payloads and long range, the truck offers comparable performance to traditionally fuelled 
commercial vehicles whilst emitting only water from the tailpipe. The water emissions were visible on the test day, demonstrating that the fuel cells are working as expected.
John McKenna, Chief Technical Officer at HVS, comments, “It’s less than one year on from launching our HGV technology demonstrator, and we are already on the test track showing our incredible progress with our first trailer pull with a HVS fuel cell truck. It is the culmination of the team’s hard work and commitment, and the support of our key development suppliers, and I couldn’t be prouder of what we have achieved in this milestone moment of our test programme. I can’t wait to see what more this vehicle can do.”
HVS, headquartered in Glasgow, has again demonstrated their keen focus on engineering excellence, design innovation, and sustainability, HVS aims to revolutionise the heavy-duty commercial vehicle industry. Their state-of-the-art powertrain solution, designed as a native Fuel Cell Electric Vehicle (FCEV) from the ground up, promises superior efficiency, outstanding performance, and a reduced environmental impact. HVS are on track to deliver customer trials of hydrogen fuel cell vehicles mid-decade.
HVS (Hydrogen Vehicle Systems) is a UK company founded 2017. From innovative powertrain design to ground up production, HVS aims to disrupt the commercial vehicle industry by being an early mover.
with the most advanced, all–new zero emission HGV. Leading the way in hydrogen electric vehicle design, HVS is pioneering cutting-edge solutions that will decarbonise one of the heaviest polluting sectors worldwide. Combining unique design, efficiency, and performance; HVS will provide the ultimate driver experience at lower costs and lowest emissions.
For more information about Hydrogen Vehicle Systems (HVS), please visit https://www.hvs.co.uk
Top Facts
Based on HVS’ conservative sales projections, by 2030 the new UK fleet of hydrogen HGVs displacing diesel vehicles could prevent more CO2 and noxious air emissions than the reported annual ground emissions of Heathrow airport.
Green hydrogen is an infinitely renewable fuel. It is made using renewable electricity to split water (H2O) into hydrogen and oxygen. In the fuel cell, hydrogen recombines with oxygen from the air to produce heat, power and water.
Fuel Cells were invented in the UK by a Welsh scientist Sir William Grove in 1839.
The UK is home to leading international hydrogen production, supply and storage industries, and HVS is an emerging OEM.
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