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Stellantis Stops Hydrogen Fuel-Cell Program
Since the hydrogen market does not show prospects for development in the medium term, Stellantis has decided to discontinue its hydrogen fuel cell technology development program. As a result, Stellantis will not be launching its new line of hydrogen-powered Pro One vehicles this year.
Stellantis has announced its decision to discontinue its hydrogen fuel cell (FCEV) technology development program. Due to the limited availability of hydrogen refueling infrastructure, high capital requirements and the need for stronger incentives for consumers to purchase, the company does not expect the adoption of hydrogen light commercial vehicles before the end of the decade.
As a result, Stellantis will not be launching its new line of hydrogen-powered Pro One vehicles this year. Series production was due to start this summer in Hordain, France (medium-sized vans) and Gliwice, Poland (large vans).
‘In a context where the company is mobilizing to respond to the demanding CO2 regulations in Europe, Stellantis has decided to discontinue its hydrogen fuel cell technology development programme’, explains Jean-Philippe Imparato, Chief Operating Officer for Extended Europe.
‘The hydrogen market remains a niche segment, with no prospects for medium-term economic sustainability. We must make clear and responsible decisions to ensure our competitiveness and meet the expectations of our customers with our offensive of electric and hybrid passenger and light commercial vehicles,” continues Imparato.
Stellantis says the decision will not affect employment at its manufacturing facilities. Research and development activities related to hydrogen technology will be redirected to other projects.
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