UK: Hydrogen fuel cell powered Toyota Hilux under development

The initial prototypes of the hydrogen fuel cell electric Hilux pickup truck will be built at Burnaston in 2023.

A consortium, led by Toyota Motors UK will be receiving government funding to develop a hydrogen fuel cell electric-powered Hilux pick-up truck. The car brand has collaborated with engineering partners like Ricardo, ETL, D2H & Thatcham Research for the project.

The project's funding is through the Advanced Propulsion Centre (APC) - an organisation supporting new mobility concepts, as well as, the development of cleaner technologies. APC specifically provides funding for development that progresses from proof-of-concept to prototype vehicles.

The hydrogen fuel cell electric Hilux prototype will make use of Toyota's second-generation fuel cell system, which currently drives the Mirai. While Toyota Motors UK is leading the project, Toyota Motors Europe R&D will provide technical support to the consortium by helping them become self-sufficient in developing the next generation of hydrogen drivetrain technologies.

The initial prototypes of the hydrogen fuel cell electric Hilux pickup truck will be built at Burnaston in 2023. Once the performance results have been secured, Toyota will initiate a small series production as well.