Toyota announces a new generation of FCEV and hydrogen vehicles for 2026

Within the framework of the Kenshiki 2023 forum, Toyota Motor Europe (TME) has unveiled its commitment to the vision of “Mobility for everyone“, focused on offering accessible low- and zero-emission solutions to meet the diverse needs of customers. This approach is aligned with TME’s multi-pathway strategy, which seeks to lead the transition towards carbon neutrality by 2040.

Toyota has also announced a hydrogen-powered buggy project to take part in the upcoming Dakar. Two and a half years ago, the Japanese company presented the world’s first hydrogen combustion engine; later on came the Toyota Mirai, with its hydrogen fuel cell, one of the most iconic vehicles in fuel cell technology. Although hydrogen is presented as a promising solution for the electric mobility of the future, there is still a long way to go due to the limited refuelling infrastructure and the associated costs.

At the event, a team of global and European executives from Toyota presented an exciting range of future battery electric and hydrogen fuel cell vehicles.

Commitment to carbon neutrality

The “polyhedral” strategy of Toyota encompasses the creation of mobility solutions with reduced or zero emissions, tailored to specific regional needs and accessible to all. Simon Humphries, presenting prototypes of the new generation of battery electric vehicles Lexus and Toyota, highlighted the flexibility of the new modular design architecture. This architecture, which incorporates a Gigacast chassis, miniaturised components and the Arene operating system, Toyota’s software that will integrate all kinds of functions, from infotainment to driver assistance systems or electric motor performance.

Toyota Professional with two new Proace models

Toyota Professional has announced new additions that complete its range of light commercial vehicles. One of them is the presentation of the all-new Proace Max, a large van available in several configurations, joining the Proace and Proace City models, all recently updated. The Proace Max, with its battery electric powertrain and a range of 420 km (WLTP), offers customers a versatile option for their commercial needs without compromising sustainability.

Looking ahead to Paris 2024 and beyond

Matt Harrison, Chief Operating Officer of Toyota Motor Europe, previewed up to ten hydrogen applications in operation at Paris 2024, underlining Toyota’s ongoing commitment to sustainable mobility solutions. In addition, a series of products and technologies were presented during the Kenshiki Forum, including battery electric vehicle prototypes, a new generation of the Toyota Professional range and advances in hydrogen fuel cell technology.

Presentations at Kenshiki

It presented its specific offering of battery electric vehicles (BEV) and advanced battery technologies, in which the expansion of Toyota’s Hydrogen Factory in Europe reinforces the role of hydrogen in its strategy. An exciting urban crossover SUV prototype was unveiled worldwide, while several prototypes, such as the sporty crossover and the FT-3e and FT-Se models, were presented exclusively for the European market.

Toyota Professional showcased its latest developments with the PROACE and PROACE CITY models, as well as the introduction of the new PROACE MAX and the innovative Hilux Hybrid 48V. In addition, the Japanese brand announced revolutionary mobility solutions aimed at Paris 2024.

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