Volvo Semi Truck Tests Out Hydrogen Fuel Cells, Boasts of 600 Miles of Range

Isaiah Richard, Tech Times 21 June 2022, 11:06 pm

Volvo is looking at bringing a new alternative fuel system for its semi-trucks that focuses on its commercial use, intended for the many clients in the company. The company focuses on a hydrogen fuel cell that brings 600 miles of range for the semi-truck, but Volvo faces an existing problem with this venture.

Volvo Semi Trucks: Using Hydrogen Fuel Cells for Reduced Emissions

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According to a press release by Volvo, the company is focusing on building a semi-truck with an alternative fuel source to help on its journey, aiming to reduce air pollution. The new semi-trucks will bring hydrogen fuel cells that will reduce their emissions to a minimum, and it would apply to commercial vehicles that run in public.

There is a massive application for commercial semi-trucks as cargo haulers deliver payloads on the ground, bringing different cargo from manufacturers to consumers. The semi-trucks range up to 600 miles, and it would be for one full tank of its fuel cell.

Volvo aims to bring its features soon, giving commercial companies a chance to change their fleet to clean energy.

Volvo: Is Going Hydrogen Ideal? What Is Its Issues?

According to The Verge, going hydrogen is ideal, but it faces a current issue that needs to be answered soon if the business is to thrive and companies switch to hydrogen fuel cells. The problems now include the lack of e-fuelling centers that will replenish the hydrogen fuel cells for a different range of cars, and it is something that Volvo and other companies will need to answer.

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Clean Energy Sources for Modern Vehicles

Alternative energy sources for modern vehicles mostly border on clean choices available in the world now, and some companies still want fuel to be a part of the future. One of the many ventures toward this is Porsche's focus on the so-called "e-fuel" venture that would help in using an alternative without removing fuel at all.

There are also other ventures from General Motors regarding a hydrogen fuel cell that will focus on vans and trucks of the companies, having an alternative to fuels and electric vehicles. Not all manufacturers are focusing on battery-powered cars, as some look into options for fuel cells that will feature other energy sources.

Clean energy sources for modern vehicles focus on bringing less pollution while providing the same power as before.

Volvo is doing the same for Semi Trucks, a massive venture that will bring cargo and huge loads from point A to B, aiming to deliver without emitting pollutants into the air. Commercial use of these semi-trucks would help avoid the need for fossil fuel use these semi-trucks, with its challenge now is refueling centers to continue their voyage.

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Written by Isaiah Richard