Hyundai Motor and Plus unveil first Level 4 autonomous fuel cell electric truck in the U.S.

Hyundai Motor Company and autonomous driving software leader Plus have unveiled the first Level 4 autonomous Class 8 hydrogen fuel cell electric truck in the USA. The new truck is on display at the Plus ACT Expo booth showcasing its advanced features and the potential impact on the future of transportation.

The partnership between Hyundai and plus helps integrate Level 4 autonomous driving technology into hydrogen fuel cell trucks. There are many benefits of the new technology which will enhance safety, efficiency, and sustainability.

Martin Zeilinger, Executive Vice President and Head of Commercial Vehicle Development at Hyundai, stated, “We are excited to showcase our collaboration with Plus to test Level 4 autonomous driving technology with our Class 8 XCIENT Fuel Cell truck. Hyundai Motor has been driving the energy transition paradigm with our advanced fuel cell technologies. By adding autonomous capabilities to our world’s first mass-produced hydrogen-powered XCIENT Fuel Cell truck, Hyundai is looking forward to providing fleets and vehicle operators additional solutions that enhance road safety and freight efficiencies thanks to Plus’s industry-leading autonomous driving technology.”

Shawn Kerrigan, COO and Co-Founder at Plus, added, “We are thrilled to collaborate with Hyundai Motor Company on this important initiative to create more sustainable and safe transportation options. A decarbonized future with autonomous hydrogen fuel cell electric trucks that also improve safety and efficiency is one that Plus is proud to support with our cutting-edge autonomous driving technology”.

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The XCIENT Fuel Cell truck, first introduced in 2020 is already operating in eight countries. The electric truck has proved to be reliable and is equipped with Plus’s SuperDrive system. The system uses LiDAR, radar, and cameras to offer advanced self-driving capabilities, the company shared.