Global Scans · Fuel cells · Weekly Summary

• [New] Rather than betting solely on BEVs, Toyota is now doubling down on a multi-pathway approach, which will see hybrids, plug-in hybrids, and fuel cell vehicles bolster the BEV ranks. TopSpeed
• [New] Battery Safety: Cloud-based Battery Management Systems (BMS) and multiple safety layers will be introduced starting in 2026.Fuel Cells: Hyundai has sold 73,000 cumulative FCEVs and is developing next-generation fuel cell systems for commercial applications. Automotive Fleet
• [New] By 2027, Airbus aims to test a full hydrogen propulsion system, improving fuel cell density and transitioning to an integrated pump storage system. IBA Group
• [New] Last month, the emerging green hydrogen fuel cell economy received a R90 billion stimulus opportunity from European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, who urged South Africa while in Cape Town to get going on green hydrogen. Mining Weekly
• Investments Plug Power raised $370 million with the potential to receive an additional $1.4 billion to boost commercialization and global deployment of fuel cell products. openpr
• Honeywell and partners targeting 2028 for hydrogen-powered commercial flights, focusing on durable, high-altitude fuel cell stacks as part of Project Newborn. openpr
• Europe's backing for a hydrogen fuelling network has encouraged BMW to commit to launching its first hydrogen fuel-cell-powered production model in 2028, but currently the UK will not be on the list of countries where it's sold. AutoExpress
• Scientists at the U.S. Department of Energy's Brookhaven National Laboratory have unveiled a new recipe for catalysts that could revolutionise hydrogen fuel-cell technology. Highways Today
• The series production models will be integrated into BMW's existing portfolio, i.e. BMW will offer an existing model in an additional hydrogen fuel cell drive system variant. BimmerLife
• The hydrogen fuel cell powertrain technology will be integrated into existing BMW models, complementing the existing electric, plug-in hybrid and internal combustion options. Fleet News

Last updated: 26 October 2025