India developing hydrogen-powered truck engines

India’s Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) and the Automotive Research Association of India (ARAI) are working together to develop hydrogen-powered engines for heavy-duty trucks and establish testing standards for the technology, as per a press release. The initiative aims to support the use of hydrogen as an alternative fuel for freight transport. ARAI is developing a direct-injection hydrogen internal combustion engine and testing protocols for hydrogen combustion and fuel-cell vehicles. These standards will help evaluate vehicle safety, performance, and suitability for commercial operations. The development comes as India looks to reduce emissions from road freight, which remains heavily dependent on diesel.

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