In an announcement made by Ecoticias, Volkswagen has revealed its plans to advance hydrogen fuel cell technology for vehicles. The company has filed a patent for a vehicle and hydrogen fuel cell stack that aims to achieve an impressive range of 1,243 miles. This innovative technology, created in collaboration with Kraftwerk Tubes, involves a switch from polymer membranes to more affordable ceramic membranes used by Toyota and Hyundai. This advancement will allow drivers to seamlessly transition from gasoline to hydrogen without needing a conversion kit.
Despite CEO Thomas Schäfer’s enthusiasm about the potential of hydrogen as a cost-effective alternative for passenger cars compared to battery-electric vehicles, Volkswagen is not abandoning its plans to continue producing electric vehicles. The company remains committed to exploring new possibilities in creating environmentally friendly and efficient vehicles for the future.
