Stellantis has announced that the first customer trials of the Vauxhall Vivaro Hydrogen commercial vehicle in the UK are underway.
Already sold in LHD markets by Opel, Vauxhall’s sister brand (in Europe, Vauxhall is a UK-only brand, while other markets sell the same models under the Opel brand), Stellantis says Vivaro Hydrogen is the first commercially available production hydrogen van.
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Companies will take part in a fleet evaluation process ahead of UK launch of Movano Hydrogen later this year.
Movano Hydrogen will offer a range of up to 311 miles (WLTP) and can be re-fuelled in under five minutes.
Orders for Movano Hydrogen in the UK will open later this year, with first customer deliveries expected in 2025.
Stellantis says Vauxhall in Britain will be the only manufacturer offering two zero emission solutions (BEV & FCEV), enabling van fleets to choose the one that best suits their operational requirements.
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By GlobalDataBased on the existing fully electric Vivaro Electric, the Vivaro Hydrogen features a 45kW fuel cell and 10.5kWh lithium-ion battery located under the front seats. The 5kg hydrogen fuel tanks located under the floor can be re-filled in just five minutes – about the same time needed to fill up a conventional diesel or petrol vehicle.
The 10.5kWh lithium-ion battery provides dynamic peak power when required, such as at start-up and under acceleration. It also ensures the fuel cell can run at optimum operating conditions and allows for regenerative braking. The plug-in capability enables the battery to be re-charged externally if necessary, providing 31 miles of pure battery electric range.
James Taylor, Managing Director, Vauxhall, said: “As the UK’s best-selling electric van manufacturer for the past three years, we are already leading the way in electrifying Britain’s businesses. With a 311-mile range, zero-emissions-in-use and quick refuelling, the Movano Hydrogen will provide fleets with another sustainable option alongside our full line-up of battery electric vans. I look forward to hearing feedback from fleet operators taking part in the trial ahead of the commercial launch of Movano Hydrogen later this year.”
