The World's Largest Hydrogen Powered Truck is Coming

The World's Largest Hydrogen Powered Truck is Coming
Anglo American is one of the world’s leading mining companies. Founded in South Africa in 1917, the company produces diamonds, copper, coal, iron, nickel, etc. through responsible mining. The mining company has powered up with Williams Advanced Engineering, a company that provides world class innovations in technology, engineering and manufacturing, to test the world’s largest hydrogen powered truck. As the demand for cars rise, more and more automakers are switching from fossil fuels to more renewable energy, such as hydrogen. The two companies have recently joined forces to develop a hydrogen powered ultra-class electric mining haul truck. This massive truck is a key part of Anglo American’s approach to sustainable mining. The vehicle will be called the FCEV (fuel cell electric vehicle) haul truck. It will be powered by a hydrogen fuel cell module paired with a Williams scalable high-power modular lithium-ion battery system. This power source will replace the existing vehicle’s diesel engine, delivering in excess of 1000 kWh of energy storage. “Operating within a harsh environment is something we are familiar with as sole battery supplier for the Extreme E program and we remain committed to supporting long-term sustainability projects,” shares Craig Wilson, managing director of Williams Engineering. The battery system will be capable of recovering energy through regenerative braking as the massive haul truck rolls downhill. Williams supplied battery to the FIA Formula E global motorsport series for the first four seasons, and will be the sole battery supplier to the FIA Extreme E racing program starting 2021. “With their extensive industry experience, we believe Williams can help us to deliver this ground-breaking project, which is part of our plan to create a smart energy mix that moves us closer towards our carbon and energy targets for 2030 and, ultimately, our vision of operating a carbon-neutral mine,” Anglo American head of technology development Julian Soles said. Williams Engineering will design and build the battery units in Grove, Oxfordshire. The said battery unites will then be integrated into an existing haul truck. Testing is set to take place later this year at Anglo American’s Mogalakwena open pit platinum mine in South Africa. The mining company has committed to reducing their greenhouse gas emissions by 30 percent by 2030.  

Also Read: Sound the Alarm: UK Wants Ban on All Gas, Diesel, Hybrid Cars by 2035
Isuzu, Honda Ink Research Deal on Fuel Cell Heavy Duty Trucks

Read All

Featured Articles

Recommended Articles For You

Read All

Car Articles From Zigwheels

  • News
  • Article Feature
  • Advisory Stories
  • Road Test
  • BAIC PH previews 5-car lineup prior to public launch
    BAIC PH previews 5-car lineup prior to public launch
    Ruben Manahan IV . Today
  • Bentley, PUBG Mobile team up to bring 'opulence to battleground'
    Bentley, PUBG Mobile team up to bring 'opulence to battleground'
    Ruben Manahan IV . Today
  • ‘Mixed’ pump price adjustments set for tomorrow
    ‘Mixed’ pump price adjustments set for tomorrow
    Ruben Manahan IV . Mar 18, 2024
  • BDO-issued AmEx cardholders entitled to exclusive travel essential discounts
    BDO-issued AmEx cardholders entitled to exclusive travel essential discounts
    Paulo Papa . Mar 18, 2024
  • Mazda PH to distribute Autoexe parts, accessories
    Mazda PH to distribute Autoexe parts, accessories
    Ruben Manahan IV . Mar 18, 2024
  • Cabin check: What’s inside the BYD Atto 3
    Cabin check: What’s inside the BYD Atto 3
    Paulo Papa . Today
  • Midsize SUV battle: Hyundai Santa Fe vs. Ford Everest
    Midsize SUV battle: Hyundai Santa Fe vs. Ford Everest
    Paulo Papa . Mar 14, 2024
  • Hyundai Santa Fe: 6 seductive colors
    Hyundai Santa Fe: 6 seductive colors
    Paulo Papa . Mar 12, 2024
  • Hyundai Santa Fe vs. the competition
    Hyundai Santa Fe vs. the competition
    Paulo Papa . Mar 12, 2024
  • Luxury mover matchup: GAC M8 vs. Toyota Alphard
    Luxury mover matchup: GAC M8 vs. Toyota Alphard
    Paulo Papa . Feb 27, 2024
  • Here are some ideal destinations and safety tips for the upcoming Holy Week
    Here are some ideal destinations and safety tips for the upcoming Holy Week
    Paulo Papa . Mar 08, 2024
  • Here are some New Year’s resolutions for car owners
    Here are some New Year’s resolutions for car owners
    Paulo Papa . Jan 03, 2024
  • PH auto market: 2023 in retrospect
    PH auto market: 2023 in retrospect
    Paulo Papa . Dec 15, 2023
  • Here’s a holiday gift guide for car enthusiasts
    Here’s a holiday gift guide for car enthusiasts
    Hazel Nicole Carreon . Dec 15, 2023
  • Oil players cut pump prices anew
    Oil players cut pump prices anew
    Paulo Papa . Nov 14, 2023
  • BYD Atto 3: from the metro to the mountains
    BYD Atto 3: from the metro to the mountains
    Paulo Papa . Mar 18, 2024
  • Late bloomer: Hyundai Stargazer GLS Premium
    Late bloomer: Hyundai Stargazer GLS Premium
    Ruben Manahan IV . Mar 08, 2024
  • Adventure-ready: Subaru Crosstrek
    Adventure-ready: Subaru Crosstrek
    Paulo Papa . Mar 01, 2024
  • More doors, more fun: Suzuki Jimny 5-door
    More doors, more fun: Suzuki Jimny 5-door
    Paulo Papa . Feb 27, 2024
  • Refined ride: Volkswagen Tharu SEL
    Refined ride: Volkswagen Tharu SEL
    Paulo Papa . Feb 27, 2024