BMW and Toyota to collaborate on fuel cell technology

Two great names in the world of electrification have announced that they will now be collaborating on their next generation of fuel cell electric vehicles.

The BMW Group has announced that it will be working with the Toyota Motor Corporation, pooling the innovative strength and technological capabilities to bring a new generation fuel cell powertrain technology to the roads. BMW states that it currently plans to launch its first-ever series production fuel cell electric vehicle by 2028.

Both firms are set to jointly develop the powertrain system for passenger vehicles, although the core fuel cell technology will see applications in both commercial and passenger vehicles. Both firm state that this collaboration will expand the range of fuel cell-powered options available to customers, bring the vision of hydrogen mobility closer to reality, and bring down the costs of fuel cell technology thanks to shared development and procurement expenses.

The hydrogen-powered vehicles from both firms are set to maintain their distinct brand identities and characteristics.

BMW states that the new hydrogen fuel cell vehicles will be integrated into its existing portfolio and will join its battery electric, plug-in hybrid, and internal combustion options. The firm states that it has already seen success testing its BMW iX5 Hydrogen pilot fleet worldwide.

Or maybe you'd be more interested in reading up on the fuel cell Hilux that Toyota is currently developing in the U.K.?