Vauxhall has begun UK customer trials of the Vivaro HYDROGEN van.
Companies will be taking part in the trial over the coming months ahead of the UK launch of the Movano HYDROGEN.
James Taylor, Managing Director, Vauxhall, said: “As the UK’s best-selling electric van manufacturer for the past three years, we are already leading the way in electrifying Britain’s businesses.
“With a 311-mile range, zero-emissions-in-use and quick refuelling, the Movano HYDROGEN will provide fleets with another sustainable option alongside our full line-up of battery electric vans.”
The Vivaro HYDROGEN is sold in left-hand drive markets by Vauxhall’s sister brand, Opel, making it the first commercially available production hydrogen van.
It features a 45kW fuel cell and 10.5kWh lithium-ion battery for a driving range of 249 miles (WLTP). The 5kg hydrogen fuel tanks located under the floor can be re-filled in five minutes.
The 10.5kWh lithium-ion battery provides peak power when required. It also ensures the fuel cell can run at optimum operating conditions and allows for regenerative braking.
The plug-in capability enables the battery to be re-charged externally if necessary, providing 31 miles of pure battery electric range.
It offers up to 6.1 m3 of cargo volume and a maximum payload of 1,000kg.
Orders for the Movano HYDROGEN will open later this year and first deliveries are expected in 2025. The hydrogen fuel cell vehicle will offer a range of up to 311 miles (WLTP) and can be refuelled in under five minutes.
The electric motor produces 110kW (150hp) and maximum torque of 410 Newton meters, while an 11kWh lithium-ion battery provides support.
The system enables braking energy to be recuperated and fed into the battery as electricity.
In addition to the development of hydrogen fuel cell vehicles at Vauxhall-Opel and Stellantis, earlier this year Vauxhall partnered with UK company Ryze Hydrogen to develop hydrogen charging infrastructure solutions for fleet operators.