SEOUL, October 10 (AJP) - Hyundai Motor's hydrogen electric truck has been named one of TIME magazine's "Best Inventions" for this year, the automaker said on Friday.
The Xcient is an autonomous hydrogen-electric truck developed in collaboration with PlusAI, an American autonomous driving technology company based in California. The vehicle combines Hyundai's hydrogen platform with PlusAI's Level 4 self-driving software, SuperDrive.
As the world's first mass-produced hydrogen fuel cell, heavy-duty truck, it is equipped with a 350 kW motor, a 180 kW fuel cell stack, and a 72 kWh high-voltage battery.
Since its launch in 2020, it has been sold in major global markets including Germany, Switzerland, and the U.S., achieving a cumulative mileage of 15 million kilometers.
In the U.S., it has been tested at Hyundai's plants and logistics hubs in Georgia and northern California.
Hyundai expects the Xcient to drive the popularity of hydrogen trucks and spur infrastructure development, thanks to its fast charging, long range, and zero emissions.
"Our collaboration with PlusAI to build a sustainable long-haul freight ecosystem has led to the Xcient's recognition by TIME," said Park Cheol-yeon, a Hyundai executive.
The U.S. magazine annually recognizes innovations that make "the world better, smarter, and more fun." This year's list features 300 "groundbreaking inventions," evaluated on key factors such as "originality, efficacy, ambition, and impact."
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