Trucking news and briefs for Wednesday, Sept. 1, 2021:
The first Class 8 Hino XL8 prototype is powered by a hydrogen fuel cell electric drivetrain.
In October 2020, Hino unveiled its Project Z – a development path to zero emissions Class 4 through Class 8 trucks, leaning on partnerships with technology leaders in advanced electrification drive systems. Hino itself is a subsidiary of Toyota.
Powered by a hydrogen fuel cell electric drivetrain, the Hino XL8 prototype is the first fruit of that effort.
“It’s amazing what our team has been able to accomplish in a relative short period of time," said Glenn Ellis, Hino Trucks senior vice president of customer experience. “We are looking forward to validating the performance, reliability and efficiency of our hydrogen fuel cell electric system in the XL Series chassis."
“From Project Z announcement last October, Hino Trucks Senior Vice President of Vehicle and Parts Sales Bob Petz aid the company has received significant interest from customers, "and now we have something tangible to show them in our prototype FCEV."
Barr-Nunn Transportation, is expanding its Assured Pay fleet offering to solo and team drivers living in 43 states.
