BMW is set to introduce its first hydrogen-powered car in 2028, using fuel cell technology co-developed with Toyota. The vehicle, based on an existing BMW model, will offer a hydrogen fuel cell option, though details about pricing and production have not been disclosed. BMW’s CEO Oliver Zipse emphasized that the project showcases how technological advancements will shape the future of mobility.
This collaboration with Toyota will help both companies lower costs and apply the hydrogen drive system to commercial vehicles. BMW has already tested a hydrogen passenger vehicle, the iX5 Hydrogen, which boasts a range of 500 km and a quick refueling time of 3-4 minutes.
BMW has invested heavily in hydrogen technology and sees it as a complement to battery-electric vehicles, depending on future green technology developments. While hydrogen vehicles offer long-range and rapid refueling, challenges remain due to high production costs and limited fueling infrastructure. However, BMW expects significant improvements in hydrogen charging stations by 2028, making the launch of its hydrogen vehicle more feasible.
